Written by TC Team
The unique feature of the Setagaya Hachimangū Shrine Fall Festival is the ritual sumo that takes place on a dohyo sumo ring in front of the shrine.
What happens?
The main procession, in which mikoshi (portable shrines) are paraded around the neighborhood and then returned to the shrine, takes place on both days, along with various food and drink stalls. The ritual sumo — known as hōnōsumo — is usually open to the public and takes place on the Saturday or Sunday before the holiday, Respect For the Aged Day.
Schedule 2025
- September 13 (Sat.): The ritual sumo will take place from 2 p.m. and the shrine’s festival will start from 3 p.m.
- September 14 (Sun.): There will be ceremonies from 10 a.m. and from midday, the mikoshi will enter the shrine.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.
Mid
Sep
2026
世田谷八幡宮秋季大祭
Free
Official site
⚠️ Link in Japanese
- 48 m from Miyanosaka Station Tōkyū Setagaya Line (SG7)
- 0.5 km from Kamimachi Station Tōkyū Setagaya Line (SG6)
- 0.7 km from Yamashita Station Tōkyū Setagaya Line (SG8)
Typical weather at this time:
High: 29 ºC
Low: 26 ºC
