Toba no Himatsuri Fire Festival
鳥羽の火祭り
Witness the 1,200-year-old tradition of the massive burning 'Suzumi' structure in Nishio City.Toba no Himatsuri is a historic fire festival held at Toba Shinmeisha Shrine in Toba-cho, Nishio City, Aichi Prefecture.
Highlights
About Toba no Himatsuri Fire Festival
- A Deep Dive into History: A rare chance to witness a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property with over 1,200 years of history.
- The Power of Fire: The sight of the 5-meter 'Suzumi' engulfed in flames offers an intensity that photos cannot capture.
- Authentic Cultural Immersion: Gain a profound understanding of Japanese spiritual culture through the ritual of the Shin-otoko and local participants.
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January 7, 2027
Weather forecast
Mon
8/3
31°/26°
100%
Tue
8/4
31°/25°
59%
Wed
8/5
35°/24°
59%
Thu
8/6
36°/26°
95%
Fri
8/7
31°/26°
92%
Sat
8/8
32°/25°
79%
Sun
8/9
32°/24°
68%
Plan your stay & activities
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