Makura Festival at Hine Shrine – May 4–5, 2025

See it, Feel it, and Make a Wish — The Makura Festival
A vibrant spring celebration where handcrafted “makura” (decorative pillows) dance in the breeze.
Every May, the Makura Festival takes place at Hine Shrine in Izumisano City, Osaka — a slightly mysterious yet deeply heartwarming festival.
Long bamboo poles about 5 meters tall are decorated with 25 handmade “decorative pillows” and carried through the streets to the rhythm of the Gosha Ondo, a traditional folk chant unique to the Izumisano region. It’s a vibrant, uplifting sight that fills the town with color and joy.
Each pillow carries a heartfelt wish—for peaceful sleep, a happy marriage, or a safe delivery. timeless hopes that still resonate today. The festival offers a moment of peace, as if gently comforting your heart.
🌿 “I haven’t been sleeping well lately…”
🌿 “I wish to meet someone special…”
🌿 “I need a moment to calm my mind…”
If any of these sound like you, this may be the perfect experience.
💖 A Popular Keepsake: Pillow-shaped Charms
These pastel-colored charms shaped like little pillows are beloved souvenirs, perfect for remembering your trip—and bringing you restful sleep.
🔗 See more details about the Makura Matsuri here👉 https://visitizumisanojpn.com/en/pillow-festival-makura-festival-at-hine-shrine/　
📌Appearance at Osaka-Kansai Expo
Catch the festive spirit of Makura Festival at the Osaka-Kansai Expo on July 30 (Wed) and 31 (Thu)!
📌 Basic Information
📍 Hine Shrine (Hine Jinja)
🏠 631-1 Hineno, Izumisano City, Osaka Prefecture
📅 Date: May 5 (Mon, public holiday), 2025
🕘 Time: Around 9:00 AM start
🚶‍♂️ Parade on the previous day (May 4): Through Hineno area (Tawaraya, Nono-Jizō, Nakasuji)
🚉 Access:
・Approx. 35 min walk (2.5km) from Hineno Station (JR Hanwa Line)
・From Izumisano Station (Nankai Main Line) or Hineno Station, take the Nankai Wing Bus (Inunaki Line) to Higashiue bus stop – right nearby
🅿️ Parking: Free parking available (limited spaces – expect congestion)
🚇 Please use public transportation on the day of the event.
📞 Organizer (Hine Shrine): 072-467-1162 (9:00–16:00)
📞 Inquiries (Izumisano City Tourism Association): 072-469-3131
🔗 Learn more about Hine Shrine here 👉　https://visitizumisanojpn.com/en/hine-shrine-2/