祭 · Festivals
Yasaka Shrine Hatsuno Hono (First Noh Offering of the Year) 2027
八坂神社 初能奉納
Yasaka Shrine's Hatsuno Hono, the first Noh offering of the year, is held at the shrine's Noh stage from 09:00 on 3 January. The heads of the Kongo and Kanze schools offer "Okina" and shimai dances, serving in alternate years. The shrine does not state a fee.
Same day nearby
05:00
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