Momotaro Setsubun Festival
Date: Feb 1,2026(Sun)
Shrine to a famous Japanese fairy tale
Momotaro is a boy from a traditional fairy tale, born from a peach discovered by an old, childless couple. The young boy grows into a strong young man who defeats evil demons in an epic known by all Japanese children.
Momotaro Jinja Shrine has a relation to the fairy tale and is decorated with peaches and other story-related objects—a rarity in Japan. During the Setsubun Festival, it accepts prayers for the healthy upbringing of children. Tellings of the Inuyama version of the Momotaro story, bean throwing to ward off bad luck, mochi making, and hands-on pottery experiences are just some of the many events you can enjoy.
EVENT OVERVIEW
| Date | • From 10:00 am • From 1:00 pm Capacity of 50 people for each session (reservation by phone required). |
|---|---|
| Place | Momotaro Jinja Shrine |
| Location | 〒484-0002 853 Ohira, Kurisu, Inuyama-shi, Aichi |
| Fee | JPY 2,000/child for children up to elementary school ages Note: • Includes bean throwing at Momotaro statue and good luck charm. |
| Parking | Available, free of charge (approx. 60 standard-size vehicle spaces and 4 bus spaces) |
| Restrooms | Available |
| Phone number | 0568-61-1586 |
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ACCESS
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- Access by public transport
- From Meitetsu Inuyama Yuen Station on the Meitetsu Inuyama Line (board from either Meitetsu Nagoya Station or from Inuyama Station), take a taxi or walk 35 min. (2.6 km) northeast via Route 185.
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- Access by car
- • Approx. 20 min. northwest from Komaki-Higashi Interchange on the Chuo Expressway via Routes 49, 461, and 185.
• Approx. 35 min. north from either Komaki-Kita Exit on the Nagoya Expressway R11 Komaki Route, or Komaki Interchange on the Meishin Expressway/Tomei Expressway via Routes 41, 27, and 185.
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