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Magnificent Floats Adorn Spring: "Takayama Festival (Sanno Festival)" to be Held

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Published Apr 10, 2026 11:30 PM ・ Updated Jun 17, 2026 2:36 AM ・ 3 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

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The "Takayama Festival (Sanno Festival)" will be held in Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture, on April 14th and 15th, 2026.
Highlights include the procession of magnificent festival floats, registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, traditional karakuri dedication, and a grand procession involving hundreds of people.

The "Takayama Festival (Sanno Festival)" will be held in Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture, on April 14th and 15th, 2026. Highlights include the procession of magnificent festival floats, registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, traditional karakuri dedication, and a grand procession involving hundreds of people.

PRIMARY SOURCE Original source: https://prtimes.jp/main/html/rd/p/000000047.000143336.html Distributor: PR TIMES
Published: Apr 10, 2026

Gifu Prefecture will host the "Takayama Festival (Sanno Festival)" for two days on April 14 (Tuesday) and 15 (Wednesday), 2026, heralding the arrival of full spring in Hida Takayama. Originating in the late 16th to 17th centuries, this festival has been carefully passed down as the annual grand festival of Hida Sannogu Hie Shrine. Please enjoy the world-renowned beauty of Japan, filled with the skills and spirit of Hida artisans, including the display of "festival floats" registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, the traditional "karakuri dedication," and the "Gojunko" procession involving hundreds of people.

**■ Takayama Festival (Sanno Festival) Overview** Dates: April 14 (Tuesday) and April 15 (Wednesday), 2026 Location: Kamiichinomachi and other areas in Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture (around Hie Shrine and Miyagawa River) Special Website: https://www.hidatakayama.or.jp/harunotakayamamatsuri/ Main Highlights:

**<u>Float Procession</u>** You can admire the festival floats, which are a National Important Tangible Folk Cultural Property, up close. Dates: April 14 (Tuesday) 9:30 AM - 3:00 PM / April 15 (Wednesday) 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM Location: Kamininomachi and other areas Content: Twelve magnificent floats will be lined up for close viewing. (Kaguradai, Sanbaso, Ishibashidai, and Ryujindai will be displayed in front of the Jinya intersection.)

**<u>"Karakuri Dedication" showcasing traditional craftsmanship</u>** Dedicated by three floats: Sanbaso, Ishibashidai, and Ryujindai. The "Tsunakata" (rope manipulators) breathe life into the dolls by operating dozens of ropes, captivating the audience with their splendid performances.

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FAQ

When and where will the Takayama Festival (Sanno Festival) take place in 2026?

The Takayama Festival (Sanno Festival) will be held on April 14 and 15, 2026, in Kamiichinomachi and other areas of Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture, around Hie Shrine and the Miyagawa River.

What is the historical origin of the Takayama Festival (Sanno Festival)?

The Takayama Festival (Sanno Festival) originated in the late 16th to 17th centuries and has been preserved as the annual grand festival of Hida Sannogu Hie Shrine in Takayama City.

How many festival floats will be displayed during the 2026 Takayama Festival, and where will they be located?

Twelve magnificent festival floats will be displayed during the 2026 Takayama Festival, with Kaguradai, Sanbaso, Ishibashidai, and Ryujindai positioned in front of the Jinya intersection in Kamininomachi.

What time does the float procession begin and end on April 15, 2026, during the Takayama Festival?

On April 15, 2026, the float procession at the Takayama Festival runs from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM in Kamininomachi and surrounding areas of Takayama City, Gifu Prefecture.

Which floats perform the 'Karakuri Dedication' and how is the performance executed?

The 'Karakuri Dedication' is performed by the Sanbaso, Ishibashidai, and Ryujindai floats, where 'Tsunakata' operators manipulate dozens of ropes to animate intricate dolls in captivating mechanical displays.

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