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Izumo Taisha Kengokusai: A harvest festival featuring competitions for rice, cattle and more
Izumo Taisha Kengokusai takes place on November 23, 2026, at Izumo Taisha in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture. The festival celebrates a good harvest by offering the year’s produce to the deities, and includes competitions for rice, vegetables and cattle, along with other associated events.
- Venue
- Izumo Taisha
- Admission & participation
- Please check official announcements for admission requirements.
HIGHLIGHTS
Event highlights
The festival’s purpose, reflected in gratitude for the harvest and its competitions
At the heart of the festival is the offering of that year’s agricultural harvest to the deities and the celebration of a good crop. The competitions include rice, vegetables and cattle, among other items. The inclusion of cattle gives an idea of the range of categories covered.
The festival also includes associated events, and the event information notes that it is lively because it coincides with a national holiday. If you are interested in the competitions and related events as well as the ceremony, check the day’s programme before planning your visit.
The information provided does not give the start times for the ceremony or competitions, the location of the competitions, or specific details on how to view them. If you plan to attend, check the organiser’s latest information about the day’s events before setting out.
EVENT INFORMATION
Dates & participation
Official title出雲大社 献穀祭
| Dates | 2026-11-23 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Izumo Taisha |
| Fees and participation | Check the official information |
| Address | 195 Kizukihigashi, Taisha-cho, Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture |
Hours, admission rules, and ticket availability are subject to change. Please check the official website before heading out.
ACCESS
How to get there
Step-by-step guide
What to check before your visit
- 01
Plan your visit for the event date
The event takes place on November 23, 2026. Plan your visit for this date.
- 02
Check the day’s programme
The information provided does not give the start times for the ceremony or competitions, the location of the competitions, or specific details on how to view them. Check the organiser’s latest information before setting out.
- 03
Check the venue’s location
The venue is Izumo Taisha, at 195 Kizukihigashi, Taisha-cho, Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture. Check the route separately based on your point of departure.
Detailed access info
Check the venue’s location against the official information and a map before travelling. Please also check the official access information before setting out.
195 Kizukihigashi, Taisha-cho, Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture
Google Maps search result based on venue name and address. Please check official sources for the specific event hall and entrance location on the day.