Last updated: April 23, 2021
An energetic festival featuring ornate floats
Every other year, locals pull dozens of giant, lavishly decorated floats called "dashi" through the street by ropes, frequently bumping them into each other. The festival is alternatively known as "Abare Dashi," which translates to "out of control floats," a nod to the festival's energy.
The tradition dates to the Edo period (1603–1868) and is one of the most important festivals of Shibukawa Hachiman-gu Shrine.
Shibukawa, Shibukawa ( Map)
About 10 minutes by car from Shibukawa-Ikaho IC of Kan-Etsu Expressway
Mid-August
http://www.city.shibukawa.lg.jp/kankou/matsuri/matsuri/p000173.html
Held every other year
