Fujisaki Hachimangu Festival (藤崎八旛宮秋季例大祭)
Time: September 13-16
Prefecture: Kumamoto
Location: Fujisaki Hachimangu Shrine

The Grand Festival of Fujisaki Hachimangu Shrine takes place in Chūō-ku, Kumamoto, every September. Marked by a procession of Shinto priests, it is notable for the tradition of followers chasing horses while shouting phrases like "Boshita, Boshita" in earlier times, and now, "Dookai Dookai" and other expressions. In recent years, the festival has seen the participation of around 17,000 people.