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Experience the Gangiensai Festival, one of Japan’s three great maritime rituals, from the local perspective across the bay from Miyajima—away from the crowds. Join the community at local shrines (Jigozen and Otoshi Shrines) where traditional summer festivals take place.
We’ll provide you with a yukata (summer kimono), so let’s dress up together and enjoy the festive night like locals—chatting, exploring food stalls, and soaking in the atmosphere. You’ll witness illuminated boats gliding through the water to the sounds of Gagaku music and experience a truly authentic Japanese summer evening.
| TOMODACHI Host ( local friend) | Masako ( 40s, Female ) |
| Sharing Fee | 9,000 yen / person |
| Meeting and Pickup | Omotenashi Hostel * Just outside Jigozen-mae Tram Stop |
| Meeting Time | 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm ( 3 hrs) |
| Reference site | Miyajima’s Sacred Boat Ritual |
| Transportation method from the meeting point to the destination | Walk |
| Travel time from the meeting point to the destination ( one way ) | 1-2 minutes |
| Experience duration on-site | 180 minutes |
| Experience fee to be paid on-site | Food & Drinks: ¥2,000 - 3,000 per person |
| Maximum Number of the travelers | up to 10 travelers |
| Last Request Time | Until 3:30 PM on the day |
| Note | This experience takes place at a local seaside shrine festival, just a short walk from Omotenashi Hostel. You'll enjoy the traditional celebration together with the locals! After soaking up the festive atmosphere, we highly recommend staying the night at the hostel—it’s the perfect way to relax after the event. 🛏️✨ Accommodation info: ・Private rooms: from ¥4,500 ・Dormitory beds: from ¥3,500 |
| ✔ Transportation from / to Meeting Point | ✖ English Speaking Guide |
| ✔ TOMODACHI to join the experience together | ✖ Transportation fees, Entrance fees, Lunch, and Other personal expenses |
| ✖ Tip |