
Wakayama Wakayama
May 5, 2025 (Mon)
Otaue Ritual
御田植神事
The ritual of Isada Inari Shrine in Inanari-cho. Within the shrine precincts, which are envisaged as rice paddies, the priest performs purification rites, and after shrine maidens perform kagura, shrine parishioners humorously mimic the activities of mowing, plowing, and harvesting rice.
Cultural Property: Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property designated by the municipality.
Place:Isada Inari Shrine
Transportation:15 minutes by car from JR Kii-Tanabe Station 10 minutes by car from Hanwa Expressway and Kiseido Nanki-Tanabe IC
Contact:0739-26-9929