Dazaifu Tenmangu Nighttime Official Worship
A nighttime visit to Dazaifu Tenmangu Shrine, which attracts 10 million worshippers annually, allows for reflection in the silence after the shrine has closed.
We present a special experience that can only be had by staying at Hotel CULTIA Dazaifu, located at the foot of Tenmangu Shrine.
Activity Overview
Dazaifu Tenmangu, visited by 10 million worshippers annually.
A special night worship held after closing.
Under the guidance of the shrine priests, the heavy doors are opened, and we proceed to the main hall.
In the sacred space of silence, the purification prayers are recited, and the sound of bells resonates.
Please spend a "special moment" in the solemn precincts.
From 2023 to 2026 (planned), due to renovation work on the main shrine, events will be conducted in a temporary shrine.
About the event
Event schedule:
◼︎March 1, 2026
Sunday, 8 (Sun), 22 (Sun), 29 (Sun)
◼︎April 2026
5 (Sun), 21 (Tue), 22 (Wed), 26 (Sun)27 (Mon), 28 (Tue), 29 (Wed)
Due to the renovation work on the main shrine, the event has been postponed. (4/20)
Due to renovation work, we will suspend reception from May to the end of August 2026.
There may be days when it cannot be conducted due to events at Dazaifu Tenmangu.
Event time:
Dazaifu Tenmangu closes after 21:00 (for about 30 minutes)
*Subject to change depending on the season
Offering fee:
5,000 yen (per person)
For an experience for one person, we will charge 10,000 yen.
Participation conditions
Participants:
Guests staying at Hotel Cartia Dazaifu.
Capacity:
Up to 10 people per session.
Experience content
Participation benefits:
Guidance by the priest
Formal worship
Souvenirs
Image of how to spend time:
Gather at 21:00
Wear ceremonial attire
Purification
Entrance opening
Ascend the hall
Special night formal worship (purification ritual, bell purification, tamagushi offering)
Explanation of the main shrine and the Shikinen Daitaisai
Leisure time (shrine stamps, photo taking, Q&A, etc.)
Reservation method
Please make a reservation via the form by two days in advance.
If by phone, we accept calls until 20:00 the day before.
VMG General Inquiries 0120-210-289 (Reception hours 11:00-20:00)
Notes
From 2023 to 2026, the event will be held in a temporary hall due to the renovation of the main shrine.
As it will be a formal visit, please refrain from drinking as much as possible before participating.
Since you will be entering the hall, please avoid overly casual clothing such as shorts.
*Please apply through the activity form after completing your hotel reservation.
*Please note that simply responding to the activity form does not complete your hotel reservation.