Hadaka Matsuri — Saidaiji Eyo 2027
Saidaiji Eyo’s traditional festival
Saidaiji Eyo, internationally known as Hadaka Matsuri, is a more-than-500-year-old traditional celebration held at Saidaiji Kannon-in temple in Okayama. Tradition places the festival on the third Saturday of February, which falls on February 20 in 2027, although the specific program for that edition still needs to be confirmed by the organizers.
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Reference time:JST (hora de Japón)
The time is approximate.
About the Event
Saidaiji Eyo is one of Okayama’s best-known traditional celebrations and has more than five centuries of history. The festival takes place at Saidaiji Kannon-in and centers on rituals and activities in which participants seek sacred objects associated with good fortune.
A 500-Year Tradition
Saidaiji Eyo has a history spanning more than five centuries and is held at Saidaiji Kannon-in in Okayama. Its international name, Hadaka Matsuri, refers to the traditional clothing worn by many participants.
The Shingi Ritual
One of the central moments involves a struggle for shingi, sacred objects thrown from the temple grounds. Participants compete to obtain them as part of a tradition associated with good fortune.
The 2027 Edition
Tradition places Saidaiji Eyo on the third Saturday of February, which falls on February 20 in 2027. Because the date and program depend on the organizers’ announcement, the event remains marked as approximate until officially confirmed.
When it starts
Highlights
February 20, 2027 based on the third Saturday of February tradition
Saidaiji Kannon-in, Okayama
2027 date pending official confirmation