Official image for the Dango-sai
Katori Jingu’s Dango-sai: offering dumplings made with newly harvested grain, December 7 from 6 p.m.
Katori Jingu’s Dango-sai takes place on December 7, 2026, at 6 p.m. Dumplings made with newly harvested grain are offered in a ceremony of gratitude for the harvest of the five grains.
- Venue
- Katori Jingu
- Admission & participation
- The published information lists the price as “Free,” but does not specify what it applies to.
HIGHLIGHTS
Event highlights
Giving thanks for the new harvest with dumplings
Also known as the “Hachikoku Hachito Dango Festival,” Dango-sai features an offering of dumplings made with newly harvested grain in thanks for the ripening of the five grains. No sacred sake is offered during the ceremony. The festival is also said to be held to show appreciation to Himegami, who served guests at the Daikyo-sai, a ceremony of gratitude for the new harvest held on November 30.
Dumplings are said to be handed out to worshippers after the ceremony, and tradition holds that eating one will ward off colds. The published information does not specify the distribution time or quantity.
December 7 at 6 p.m. at Katori Jingu
The 2026 event takes place on December 7. Katori Jingu’s official festival schedule lists Dango-sai as a “Chusai” ceremony starting at 6 p.m. The venue is Katori Jingu (1697 Katori, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture).
The published information lists the price as “Free,” but does not specify what it applies to. The listing alone does not make clear which costs are covered.
EVENT INFORMATION
Dates & participation
Official title団碁祭
| Dates | 2026-12-07 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Katori Jingu |
| Admission and participation | Free |
| Address | 1697 Katori, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture |
Fees & admission details
Listed price
- Price (scope not specified)
- Free
- The published information does not specify what the listed price applies to.
Hours, admission rules, and ticket availability are subject to change. Please check the official website before heading out.
OFFICIAL WEBSITE & TICKETS
Official website & tickets
Official website detailskatori-jingu.or.jpACCESS
How to get there
Step-by-step guide
What to check before your visit
- 01
Check the event date and time
The event starts at 6 p.m. on December 7, 2026. The Jingu’s official festival schedule also lists the date and time for Dango-sai.
- 02
Check the venue’s location
The venue is Katori Jingu (1697 Katori, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture). Check the location and plan your journey before setting out.
- 03
Note the tradition of dumplings being handed out after the ceremony
Dumplings are said to be handed out to worshippers after the ceremony. The published information does not give a specific distribution time or quantity.
Detailed access info
Check the venue’s location using the official information and a map. Please also check the official access information before setting out.
1697 Katori, Katori City, Chiba Prefecture
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BEFORE YOU GO
Good to know before you go
What time does Dango-sai start?
It starts at 6 p.m. on December 7, 2026. Katori Jingu’s official festival schedule lists it as a “Chusai” ceremony.