Celebrate Unique Japanese New Year Tradition Culture Festivity

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From JPY 15000

3.4
5 reviews

Overview

Available languages

Chinese
English

Step Into the Magic of Oji's Fox Folklore! Are you looking for an unforgettable way to celebrate New Year in Japan?

On New Year's Eve, foxes from across the region would visit Oji Inari Shrine. This enchanting tale, immortalized in Utagawa's ukiyo-e artwork, inspired the creation of the Oji Fox Pageant organized by passionate locals. More than 200 participants gather with yellow lanterns symbolizing foxfires in their hands, wearing kimonos, fox masks or fox makeup.

Your journey begins with a visit to 3 local shrines guided by a knowledgeable Japanese host, followed by a lively evening at a cozy izakaya. Say “Kanpai (cheers)” with sake served in aromatic hinoki cypress masu cups. Learn about sake brewing from a Sake sommelier before diving into an exciting sake-tasting.

As the countdown to midnight approaches, head out to witness the grand finale: the dazzling fox procession, complete with traditional dances, including the powerful lion dance.

Don't miss this magical celebration.

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries

Not recommended for pregnant travelers

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Free flow of Sake and beer or other alcoholic beverages for adults, soft drinks for under drinking age customer

Edamame (green soybeans), Fried chicken, French Fries etc.

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Celebrate Unique Japanese New Year Tradition Culture Festivity

Operated by OMAKASE

Reviews

3.4

5 reviews

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  • Too large of group, do not recommend

    Ashley C,

    Dec 31, 2024

    1.0

    I feel bad for this review. Group was too large, over 50 people. It felt disrespectful to the shrines we visited. I felt embarrassed as people would point at our group as we passed and took over the area. For a three hour tour, I left in under an hour because I was so embarrassed. I wished they had capped the group size or split into smaller groups as this was not fair for locals trying to utilize their traditions. It was also not friendly for the elderly in our group as they encouraged us to hop barriers that they could not. There was one guide who spoke and many people in the back could not hear. I have been on many tours in Japan and have never felt this.