The 5th Oimo's Best Fortune Election

The much-awaited Oimo’s Best Fortune Election is back! This year, we are thrilled to welcome 15 students from Tacoma High School in Washington State, USA, who will join us on their Tamba Sasayama tour to participate in this exciting event. That’s right, it’s International this year!

Inspired by the “Lucky Man Selection” at Nishinomiya Shrine, the first person to reach the main hall will be crowned the “Best Fortune” of the year. But unlike the intense races at Nishinomiya Shrine, this event is all about luck!

Participants will face checkpoints along the course, including games like lotteries and rock-paper-scissors. The luckiest person will emerge as this year’s Oimo’s Best Fortune.

Do you have what it takes to claim the title? Join the fierce and fun competition to find out!

Event Details

• Date: Saturday, January 18, 2025 (Reiwa 7)
• Registration: 10:00 AM
• Start: 10:15 AM
• End: Around 11:30 AM

Location

• Kushiiwamado Shrine (Fukui)

Event Highlights

Participants will navigate checkpoints featuring games like rock-paper-scissors and lotteries, aiming to be the first to reach the goal. Fabulous prizes await the Best Fortune! Enjoy free pork miso soup too.

• Categories:
  • Kids' Division
  • Children's Division
  • Adults' Division
  • Seniors' Division

(Everyone is welcome to join!)

• Note: The event may be canceled in case of inclement weather.
• No prior registration required—walk-ins are welcome on the day of the event.

Course

• Start: Shrine entrance
• Goal: In front of the main hall

Contact Information

• Yoshiko Yamashita: (Fujisaka 558-0724)
• Shosaku Fujii: (Fukui 558-0535)
• Yumi Takemoto: (Naka 558-0954)

Organizers

• Okumo Revitalization Committee - Mirai Project

Support

• Okumo Izumi Association