[Latest December 29, 2023] The jumbo zodiac sign of Tatsumizu Shrine “Tatsu” has been unveiled🐉

Mie Prefecture's ``Jumbo Zodiac'' has been created and dedicated (installed) since 1986, and by walking through each year's zodiac signs, we pray for ``harmonious families, peace for all people, and a bountiful harvest.''

The framework is made of metal or wood, covered with styrofoam, cut into shape, and then painted. It is a masterpiece filled with the wisdom of local residents that takes several months each year to create.

The idea of making jumbo zodiac signs (zodiac signs) to match the social conditions of the year has been passed down from the agricultural successors ``Shiroyama Jyuninshu'' to the volunteer group ``Furusato Love Association.'' Even now, the process of making jumbo zodiac signs that matches the social conditions of the year is still held every year from December 29th to February 11th. It is dedicated as the ``zodiac submon'' at Tatsumizu Shrine. In order to promote the culture of mountain villages and revitalize the region, the jumbo zodiac, which is a symbol of the region, is attracting attention from both inside and outside the prefecture as one of the big topics at the beginning of the year!

After completing their role, the Jumbo Zodiac signs will marry into TsuCity. Click here for an article that introduces in detail the marriage destinations of successive Jumbo zodiac signs and Tatsumizu Shrine where Jumbo zodiac signs are dedicated (installed) 👇

Tatsumizu Shrine