Hita Gion Yamaboko (Festival float) Hall
The hall houses six yamaboko floats that go up and down the streets during the Hita Gion festival, registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Property in 2016, along with the festival equipment and materials relating to the festival. The building is constructed in a way that allows visitors to look down upon the 8-meter high yamaboko floats, and provides a close look at the colorful decorations that retain the traditional beauty of Japan. Enjoy the world of Hita Gion that announces summer has come to Hita City.
More Information about Hita Gion Yamaboko (Festival float) Hall
Street address
- 2-7-10 Kuma, Hita City, Oita Prefecture
Access
- Around 15 minutes by foot from Hita Station on the JR Kyudai Main Line
Opening Hours
- 9:00 - 17:00
Closed
- Wednesdays (if it falls on a national holiday, the next day), December 29–January 3
Best season
- All year
Point
- *Yamaboko floats may be sent out for repairs before the Hita Gion festival is held.
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