【Japan・Kyoto】A Summer Tradition! Purify Your Mind and Body at Shimogamo Shrine's Mitarashi Festival

📍Shimogamo Shrine Mitarashi Festival

Experience Kyoto's summer tradition, the "Mitarashi Festival"⛩️
Held annually at Shimogamo Shrine, this festival offers a unique opportunity to immerse your feet in the cool Mitarashi River while praying for good health and well-being. After cleansing your feet, light a candle and proceed to the main shrine for worship🕯️
The mystical atmosphere combined with the refreshing water makes midsummer in Kyoto truly delightful.
You can also enjoy food stalls and Mitarashi dango, making it perfect for sightseeing!

To avoid crowds, aim for weekday mornings☀️

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📮〒606-0807 Shimogamo Izumikawa-cho 59, Sakyo-ku, Kyoto City, Kyoto Prefecture
💰Worship Contribution Fee: 500 yen (Foot Cleansing Ritual)
⏱Typically held: Several days in late July / 9:00 AM–9:00 PM (subject to change depending on the year)
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Post by 女子大生の旅日和 | Jul 28, 2025