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The Fujikiri Festival (Fujikiri Eishiki) is a traditional ritual held at Daizenji Temple in Yamanashi Prefecture, boasting over 1,300 years of history. The festival is based on the legend of the founder of Shugendo, En no Gyoja, who defeated a great serpent. The climax involves the ritualistic severing of a wisteria root—shaped like a serpent and approximately 1.8 meters long—from the sacred tree to drive away misfortune and bring blessings. As a designated National Selected Intangible Folk Cultural Property, this event holds immense historical and spiritual significance.
The ultimate highlight is the 'Great Serpent Slaying' (Orochi Taiji). Amidst the rising smoke of the Shaito Goma fire ritual, spectators witness the dramatic moment an arrow strikes the 'eye' of the serpent, followed by the decisive cutting of the wisteria roots. Beyond the main ritual, you can experience the depth of Japanese Shugendo culture through the Tengu Festival's procession, the elegant dances of the Chigo (children), and the intense spiritual dialogues of the Yamabushi monks.
The festival consists of several days of ritualistic ceremonies. The main schedule is as follows:
The venue is the Shingon-shu Chisan-ha, Kakuozan Daizenji Temple.
| Item | Details |
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| Venue Name | Daizenji Temple |
This is a highly solemn religious event. If you wish to participate in the Goma Fire Ritual or the Chigo Procession, advanced registration is required. Participation in the Chigo Procession must be arranged in advance via telephone, FAX, or mail.
To ensure a respectful experience, please note the following: