Yu Festival　at Hine Shrine | July 18, 2026

Yu Festival A Traditional Prayer for Water and Health at Hine Shrine
Held at Hine Shrine, the annual Yu Matsuri is a traditional festival that expresses gratitude for the blessings of water and offers prayers for good health and well-being.
Following the Shinto rituals, the locally preserved Gosha Ondo folk dance is performed as an offering, bringing the shrine grounds to life on a summer evening. The festival reflects the community’s long-standing appreciation for the Ikawa Irrigation Canal, which has supported local life and agriculture for generations, offering visitors a unique opportunity to experience the history and cultural heritage of Izumisano.
Easily accessible by bus from either Izumisano Station or Hineno Station, this traditional summer event is also a convenient stop before or after traveling through Kansai International Airport (KIX).

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Date: July 18, 2026 (Saturday)
Time: 19:30–21:30 (Scheduled)
Admission: Free
Venue: Hine Shrine, Izumisano City

Access：From JR Hineno Station or Nankai Izumisano Station, take the Nankai Bus bound for Inunakisan, get off at Tojo Bus Stop, then walk about 2 minutes to Hine Shrine.

Parking: None available Please use public transport, bicycles, or walk

Organizer: Hineno Shrine
Contact: +81-72-467-1162 (Hours: 9:00–16:00, Japanese only)

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Learn More
▶ Details and festival video
▶ History and highlights of Hine Shrine

【Nearby Attractions】
Jigen-in Temple
Oizeki Park