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JANTOKOI
Uozu Festival 2024

JANTOKOI Uozu Festival

Thank you for coming. See you next year!!

Introducing the Various Festivals
of Uozu City’s Biggest Event,
the Jantokoi Uozu Festival!

Uozu City’s biggest event, the Jantokoi Uozu Festival, is a very lively festival that’s celebrated every year from the first Friday of August, and this year it will be held from Fri, Aug. 2nd, until Sun, Aug. 4th, and even on Wed, Aug. 7th, at some venues. Uozu City’s summer is truly packed with several days of excitement with events such as the festival of Suwa Shrine, Tatemon festival (registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity), the traditional folk song and dance Serikomi Choroku, a fireworks festival, UO!JAZZ, Candle Road, and Kyoden Tanabata Festival. Please come and enjoy the cultural festivals and the beautiful midsummer atmosphere at the Jantokoi Uozu Festival!

UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage Tatemon Festival (pulling)

August 2nd (Friday) 20:30〜・3rd (Saturday) 20:30〜
Location:Around Suwa Shrine

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Serikomi Butterfly Rokugai Nagashi (held on Sunday)

August 4th (Sun) 18:00〜
Location:Ainokaze Toyama Railway Uozu Station - Uemuragi Intersection

The dance of "Serikomi Choroku," a traditional folk song with a history of about 650 years, expresses nembutsu, prayer, emotion, and joy. It is.


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schedule

*If an event is canceled, we will notify you on this website and the official SNS.
The final decision time on whether or not to hold the event is listed in the schedule "In case of inclement weather" below.
Fri, Aug. 2nd

19:45〜

Opening Ceremony

[ Location ]  
Suwa Shrine

[ In the event of severe weather ]  
Cancellation (Holding time: 16:00 on the day (last 18:00))

20:00〜

Tatemon Festival(Festival Procession)

[ Location ]  
Suwa Shrine

[ In the event of rainy weather ]  
Cancellation (Holding time: 16:00 on the day (last 18:00))

Sat, Aug. 3rd

16:30〜21:15

UO!JAZZ 2024

[ Location ]  
Special stage next to the Roadside Station, Shinkiro

[ In the event of rainy weather ]  
Mirage Hall (Holding time: Aug. 2nd 10:00)

18:30〜21:30

Uozu Candle Road 

[ Location ]  
Esashi Park / Nearby shrines and temples /Chuo Street / etc

[ In the event of severe weather ]  
Cancellation (Holding time: 16:00 on the day)

19:40〜20:20

Fireworks Display Above the Sea

[ Location ]  
Uozu Port

[ In the event of severe weather ]  
Postponed until Monday 5th, and canceled if severe weather on that day (Holding time: 16:00 on the day)

20:30〜

Tatemon Festival(Festival Procession)

[ Location ]  
Suwa Shrine

[ In the event of rainy weather ]  
Cancellation (Holding time: 16:00 on the day (last 18:00))

Sun, Aug. 4th

17:00〜17:20

Uozu Shinkiro-bushi Hozonkai Dance Performance

[ Location ]  
Ainokaze Toyama Railway Uozu Station Main Street

[ In the event of severe weather ]  
Cancellation (The event will still be held even in light) (Holding time: 14:00 on the day)

17:20〜18:00

Junior High School Students Serikomi Choroku Odori Dance

[ Location ]  
Ainokaze Toyama Railway Uozu Station Main Street

[ In the event of severe weather ]  
Cancellation (The event will still be held even in light) (Holding time: 14:00 on the day)

18:00〜19:40

Serikomi Choroku Odori Street Dancing 

[ Location ]  
Ainokaze Toyama Railway Uozu Station Main Street

[ In the event of severe weather ]  
Cancellation (The event will still be held even in light) (Holding time: 14:00 on the day)

19:40〜20:00

Uozu Serikomi Choroku Hozonkai Dance Performance

[ Location ]  
Ainokaze Toyama Railway Uozu Station Main Street

[ In the event of severe weather ]  
Cancellation (The event will still be held even in light) (Holding time: 14:00 on the day)

20:00〜20:15

Bon Festival Dance

[ Location ]  
Ainokaze Toyama Railway Uozu Station Main Street

[ In the event of severe weather ]  
Cancellation (The event will still be held even in light) (Holding time: 14:00 on the day)

Wed, Aug. 7th

18:00〜20:30

Kyoden Tanabata Festival

[ Location ]  
Within the Kyoden area

[ In the event of severe weather ]  
Postponed until Thursday 8th, and canceled if severe weather on the 7th or 8th. (Holding time: 17:00 on the day)

Traffic Regulations / Parking Lot Guide

Please download the guide map from the “Traffic Regulations Guide” link below to access more information about traffic regulations near the venues, parking lot maps, and venue guides for events occurring on Fri, Aug. 2nd to Sun, Aug. 4th, and Wed, Aug. 7th.

If you are interested in using the English translation MAP, please download it from the pamphlet button.

Free Shuttle Bus (Only available on Fri, Aug. 2nd and Sat, Aug. 3rd)

The free shuttle bus will be in operation on Aug. 2nd between 19:00 – 23:00 and on Aug. 3rd between 16:00 – 23:00. The free shuttle bus will collect passengers from Toyama Chiho Railway Shin-Uozu Station and drop them off near the festival venue. Please feel free to use the shuttle bus if you came by train. (Please go to a map to check the individual bus stop locations)

bus stop: Toyama Chiho Railroad/ Uozu Station sea side rotary⇄Temporary bus stop
Operating Hours: Fri, Aug. 2nd 19:00〜23:00  sea side rotary ⇄ Oshiro Eye Clin
Sat, Aug. 3rd. 16:00〜18:00  sea side rotary ⇄ In front of JAZZ venue
18:00〜23:00  sea side rotary ⇄ Oshiro Eye Clin

City buses are available to use outside of the free shuttle bus operational hours (fees apply).

Parking Information

*Please confirm the availability times using the pamphlet. There are a limited number of parking spaces; please try to use public transport.

Restroom Information

Around the Tatemon Festival, Fireworks Display, UO!JAZZ

Serikomi Choroku venue, around Uozu Station of Ainokaze Toyama Railway

Highlights of This Year’s Event

The Uozu Festival begins with beautiful floats from Suwa Shrine at the UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity Tatemon Festival (Aug. 2nd–3rd), which is followed by the traditional folk song and dance with over 650 years of history: the Serikomi Choroku Odori Street Dance (Aug. 4th), and also the fireworks display above the sea (Aug. 3rd).
The event “Candle Road,” where the route towards the Tatemon Festival venue is lit with candles, will be held again this year at the same time.
Also, this year marks the seventh time for the UO!JAZZ festival to be held (Aug. 3rd). The UO!JAZZ is a music event featuring both domestic and international artists that are sure to bring great-sounding music.
At the Roadside Station Shinkiro venue, you can find delicious local gourmet foods and food trucks, so please enjoy the Uozu Festival while you fill your belly (Aug. 3rd only).

The various event locations are as follows: Suwa Shrine for the Tatemon Festival, Uozu Station Main Street for the Serikomi Choroku Odori, Uozu Port for the Fireworks Display Above the Sea, Roadside Station Shinkiro for UO!JAZZ, and Esashi Park, nearby shrines and temples, Chuo Street, etc., for Candle Road.
Also, on Fri, Aug. 2nd and Sat, Aug. 3rd, a free shuttle bus is available to use from Ainokaze Toyama Railway Uozu Station that will take you to the Tatemon event location. People who came by car or train may also ride on the shuttle.
Furthermore, the Kyoden Tanabata Festival, held every year on Aug. 7th, will once again be held this year in the Kyoden District. See the beautiful flow of lanterns floating across the sea and the charming nostalgic Japanese scenery.
We hope you will enjoy the Uozu Festival again this year.

The UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity “Tatemon Festival” is a festival at the Suwa Shrine that is dedicated to the ocean gods

Tatemon Festival (Festival Procession)

The event will be held at 20:30 over two days on Fri, Aug. 2nd and Sat, Aug. 3rd! The Tatemon Festival is held at the “fisherman’s shrine,” Suwa Shrine and is a way to pray for safety and big catches of fish at sea. In 2016, the Tatemon Festival became registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity and it is one of the main events of the Uozu Festival. The long pillars, that are roughly 15-16 m long, have many paper lanterns attached to them that leave a beautiful trail of light in the summer night sky. Watching the shrine parishioners move the Tatemon around you makes you realize why this is truly Uozu’s proud summer tradition. The Tatemon Festival decorates the end of both days of the festival!

Experience the Magnificent Tatemon Up Close!

The Intangible Cultural Heritage, Registered by UNESCO,

Tatemon Festival All Inclusive Plan

① Paid Viewing Seats for the Tatemono Festival (Limited to 40 Seats)

We will publish the festival information on our website to guide customers for reservations.
The Tate-Mon Matsuri, registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage, features rare wheelless floats in Japan. Seven boat-shaped lanterns, each approximately 16 meters tall and weighing 5 tons, illuminate the summer night sky, and the festival is characterized by the fact that they are pulled by about 80 people using only human power.
The history of the Tate-Mon Matsuri dates back about 300 years, and it is said to have originated from the fervent wishes of the local community for abundant fish catches and safe maritime conditions.


We will provide paid seating within the grounds of Suwa Shrine, where the most exciting part of the Tate-Mon Matsuri, the “Rotating Dedication,” takes place. The seats will consist of simple folding chairs.
As this area is normally off-limits to the public, only those who purchase a paid seat will be able to enjoy this special view. Additionally, there are temporary toilets and public restrooms located close to the venue (about a 3-minute walk).


《schedule》
Saturday, August 2, 2025, 20:30
In the event of rain, the decision to hold the festival will be made by 16:00 (final decision by 18:00).

《Price》
3,000 yen (tax included) per person for one seat.

 

《Benefit》 (Included in the price)

1. Tatemono Festival Wooden Tag (Not for Sale) - One per person

2. Uozu’s Delicious Water (Natural Mineral Water) - One per person

3. Miratan Cube Rice (Uozu-grown Koshihikari) - One per person

4. Parking Space Reservation (Advance Reservation Required, for those who desire it) - One space per person

 

《Reservation deadline》
By July 15, 2025 (Tuesday)

《How to reserve》
Please check the Uozu City website.

《Inquiry》
Uozu City Hall, Commerce and Tourism Division
Phone Number: 0765-23-1025(Reception Hours: Weekdays 8:30 - 17:15 (excluding weekends and holidays)
MAIL:kanko@city.uozu.lg.jp

2. Paid Viewing Seats for the Fireworks Festival (Limited to 30 Seats)

We will publish the festival information on our website to guide customers for reservations.
The Jantokoi Uozu Festival's fireworks display is one of the largest in Toyama Prefecture, featuring approximately 2,000 fireworks that brilliantly light up the sky over the sea. Since the fireworks are launched from the water, there are no obstructions, allowing you to fully enjoy the spectacular display.
The seating will consist of cushions or mats placed on the concrete steps by the beach, located near the main area of the fireworks event. From these seats, you can expect a great view of the fireworks in front of you.
There are public restrooms located nearby (about a 3-minute walk). Additionally, at the Uozu Marine Station (about a 5-minute walk from the venue), you can purchase local souvenirs from Uozu.
Food stalls will also be available, so you can buy food and drinks and enjoy them at your seat.



《schedule》
Date: Saturday, August 2, 2025, from 19:40 to 20:20
Cancelled in case of bad weather [Decision time for holding the event: 16:00]
If the marine fireworks event is cancelled, it will be rescheduled to August 4 (Monday), but paid viewing seats will be cancelled.

《Price》
3,000 yen (tax included) per person for one seat.

 

《Benefit》 (Included in the price)

1. Uozu’s Delicious Water (Natural Mineral Water) - One per person

2. Miratan Cube Rice (Uozu-grown Koshihikari) - One per person

3. Parking Space Reservation (Advance Reservation Required, for those who desire it) - One space per person

 

《Reservation deadline》
By July 15, 2025 (Tuesday)

《How to reserve》
Please check the Uozu City website.

《Inquiry》
Uozu City Hall, Commerce and Tourism Division
Phone Number: 0765-23-1025(Reception Hours: Weekdays 8:30 - 17:15 (excluding weekends and holidays)
MAIL:kanko@city.uozu.lg.jp

55th JANTOKOI Uozu Festival
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TRIVIA

TRIVIA
UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity,
Uozu Tatemon Festival became a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property in 1997. On Dec. 1st 2016, 33 nationally designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Properties, including Uozu’s Tatemon Festival, were registered by UNESCO as Intangible Cultural Heritage under the title of “Yama, Hoko, and Yatai Float Festivals.”。

Uozu Candle Road is Recognized as Japan Nightscape Heritage
In 2023, Uozu Candle Road was recognized as a part of Japan Nightscape Heritage. Its charm and value have reached many people.

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