A One-of-a-Kind Museum Dedicated to the Danjiri Festival
Kishiwada is famous for the Danjiri Festival!
A danjiri is a traditional wooden float, or dashi, used in shrine festivals.
During the festival, people pull the floats through the streets, running,
walking, and playing traditional instruments.
The festival is said to have started as a way to pray for a bountiful harvest of the five main
grains in Japan: rice, wheat, beans, millet, and Japanese millet.
As a proud tradition, this festival has been passed down for over 300 years.
At Kishiwada Danjiri Hall, you can experience the timeless connections, vibrant energy, and
passion that keep this festival alive.
Packed with Exhibits and Hands-on Experiences
Kishiwada Danjiri Hall showcases much more than actual danjiri floats!
You will also find miniature replicas, danjiri decorations, and unique happi coats (festival jackets) from each town.
There is even a hands-on area where you can try drumming for yourself.
For an immersive experience, the Danjiri Theater shows festival videos that let you feel the excitement up close!
You will also find miniature replicas, danjiri decorations, and unique happi coats (festival jackets) from each town.
There is even a hands-on area where you can try drumming for yourself.
For an immersive experience, the Danjiri Theater shows festival videos that let you feel the excitement up close!
See the Danjiri Up Close!?
One of the standout exhibits at the facility is the three majestic
danjiri floats, which were
pulled by citizens during the festival for many years. Now, you can see these massive,
powerful floats up close—a truly amazing experience!
Try Your Hand at Drumming!
In the Musical Instrument Experience Area, you can try playing the drums used in the
Danjiri Festival. Interestingly, there are different drumming styles and rhythms to
explore. Check out the nearby demonstration monitor and try imitating the
rhythms to feel like you are part of the festival!?
Interview with the manager
What are your future plans for Kishiwada
Danjiri Hall？
We hope to share even more of the danjiri’s
charm
and to
introduce the talented craftsmen who bring these incredible floats to life.
What are some memorable messages you’ve received
from
visitors?
Visitors often tell us, “It was great to see the authentic
danjiri,
and the Danjiri Theater was very impressive.”
Such positive messages truly make us proud.
and the Danjiri Theater was very impressive.”
Such positive messages truly make us proud.
Message to visitors!
Kishiwada Danjiri Hall is probably the only
place where you
can
take your time admiring the danjiri up close.
We hope you’ll enjoy this unique experience!
take your time admiring the danjiri up close.
We hope you’ll enjoy this unique experience!
Kishiwada Danjiri Hall
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11-23 Honmachi, Kishiwada-shi, Osaka |
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10:00 am–5:00 pm (Last admission: 4:00pm) |
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Mondays (except on public holidays and during the Castle Festival, April
1st to15th), Year-end and New Year holidays (December 29th to January 3rd) |
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Not available |
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Not required |
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Cash, PayPay |
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Adults: ￥600 Elementary & Junior High School Students: ￥300 |
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Official Website: https://kishibura.jp/danjiri/danjirikaikan.html |
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