Saturday 29 June 2024

CELEBRATION 60TH TOTTORI SUMMER TRADITION

Tottori Shan-Shan Festival
This year marks the 60th anniversary of the "Tottori Shan-Shan Festival." 

Held annually in mid-August, it is a major event in eastern Tottori Prefecture. 

Over 4,000 participants dance with colorful umbrellas and the sound of bells, creating a spectacular display during the mass umbrella dance. 

The umbrella dance is a vibrant adaptation of the traditional "Inaba Umbrella Dance," made easy for everyone to join in. Its splendor has made it popular among tourists and a nationally famous festival. 

It enlivens Tottori's hot summer and is enjoyed by people of all ages! Come and experience the "Tottori ShanShan Festival."

Tottori Shan-Shan Festival (umbrella dance) 

Address: City area near Tottori Station 
Access: 10 minutes walk from JR Tottori Station 
Date and time: 14/8 (Wed) 18:30-21:00 

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