Two days dedicated to the culture and traditions of Japan, marking the 12th anniversary of the founding of San Marino Jinja, a symbol of the friendship and deep ties between Japan and San Marino.

Founded in 2014 in memory of the victims of the earthquake and as a place of prayer for peace, San Marino Jinja will be at the heart of a rich programme of events celebrating Japanese culture.

The first day will open with the annual festival at the San Marino shrine, followed by a captivating Kabuki performance by actor Otani Hiromatsu, and a convivial gathering.

The second day will feature the traditional procession of the golden mikoshi, which will make its way through the streets of San Marino’s historic city centre, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The sacred portable shrine will be carried by Japanese and Sammarinese volunteers, creating a symbolic encounter between Japanese tradition and the history of the Republic of San Marino.

PROGRAMME

Saturday 5 September

1:00 PM – 6:00 PM
Workshops and activities for children, with the participation of three children representing 300 Japanese children.

3:00 PM – 4:00 PM
Kabuki – 60 minutes of traditional Japanese performing arts, featuring actor Otani Hiromatsu.

Sunday 6 September

Mikoshi: Procession of the sacred portable shrine through the streets of San Marino’s Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, carried by volunteers from both countries.

Throughout the day, further meetings and activities dedicated to Kabuki and Japanese culture will also take place.

Registration is mandatory. Detailed schedules for the activities will be announced on site.