Spirit Boat Procession

(精霊流し)

Date

2019.08.15

Description

This tradition, held throughout regions of Nagasaki Prefecture, is a festival just before the Obon holidays to mourn lost loved ones. Locals parade the town with hand made "boats" to pay respect and send souls of those who passed away off to paradise.

Location

Nagasaki City
Nagasaki

Access Map (アクセスと地図)