Official image for the Tug-of-War Ritual
Ōsō Shrine’s Tug-of-War Ritual: A Harvest Divination with a Snake-Shaped Rope Pulled North and South
The Tug-of-War Ritual at Ōsō Shrine in Hiyoshi, Yagi-cho, Nantan, Kyoto Prefecture, takes place on January 17, 2027. Participants split into north and south sides and pull a snake-shaped rope to divine the harvest.
- Venue
- Ōsō Shrine
- Admission & participation
- Please check official announcements for admission requirements.
HIGHLIGHTS
Event highlights
The legend behind the shrine’s snake-shaped rope
At the heart of the ritual is a tug-of-war using a snake-shaped rope. Participants split into north and south sides and pull the rope to divine the harvest. Both the snake-shaped rope and the harvest divination through tug-of-war are distinctive features of the ritual.
According to legend, a snake appeared when the shrine was being built. It was killed, and a ritual was held to comfort its spirit. Learning about this account alongside the tug-of-war with a snake-shaped rope offers insight into the event’s background.
EVENT INFORMATION
Dates & participation
Official title綱引神事
| Event dates | 2027-01-17 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Ōsō Shrine |
| Fees and participation | Check the official information |
| Address | Hiyoshi, Yagi-cho, Nantan, Kyoto 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 around the event date
The event takes place on January 17, 2027. Plan your visit for this date.
- 02
Check the venue
The venue is Ōsō Shrine, in Hiyoshi, Yagi-cho, Nantan, Kyoto Prefecture. Check its location on a map and look up travel options from your starting point.
Detailed access info
Check the venue’s location using the official information and a map. Before setting out, also consult the official access information.
Hiyoshi, Yagi-cho, Nantan, Kyoto Prefecture
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