Ogisode Kiriko Matsuri 2026 Experience
The Ogisode Kiriko Matsuri brings about nine Kiriko through Ogi, Noto Town, a fishing community known for its squid industry. Their unusual kite-like shape move around the harbor with their lights reflecting across the water at night. The festival’s highlight is the difficult climb up the steep stone steps to Mifune Shrine, followed by an equally dramatic descent.
A Brief History
The Kiriko tradition in Ogi dates back to the Meiji period. Records from the late 19th century describe much larger Kiriko, with some measuring about 20 meters wide and 8.2 meters high. They were later reduced in size after electrical wires were installed in 1914. The festival’s Sode Kiriko are named for their sleeve-like shape and are thought to have been influenced by the culture of the Japan Sea region, with their warrior paintings showing similarities to Nebuta.
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