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Matsurei Festival (Mt. Haguro)
松例祭（羽黒山）
Experience the awe-inspiring fire festival and sacred Yamabushi rituals at Mt. Haguro on New Year's Eve.
Programma
31 dicembre 2026
Guida7 min di lettura
Matsurei Festival (Mt. Haguro) is a traditional ritual held annually from December 31 to January 1 at Mt. Haguro in Tsuruoka, Yamagata Prefecture.
Punti salienti
Fire FestivalTraditional RitualsWinter Preparation
Su Matsurei Festival (Mt. Haguro)
- Spectacular Fire Festival: The 'O-taimoke-biki' with its massive torches and flying sparks is a once-in-a-lifetime sight.
- Sacred Ritual Experience: Feel the depth of Japanese spiritual culture through the traditional Yamabushi rituals.
- Essential Preparation: Since this is a winter night in the mountains, prioritize heavy winter clothing and non-slip footwear above all else.
Galleria fotografica
Tutte le fotoPrevisioni meteo
dom
01/11
14°/8°
15%
lun
02/11
16°/12°
100%
mar
03/11
13°/6°
76%
mer
04/11
15°/6°
23%
gio
05/11
13°/7°
92%
ven
06/11
19°/7°
78%
sab
07/11
11°/6°
62%
Consigli
Clothing
Extremely cold environment. Bring heavy down coats, gloves, knit hats, and waterproof/non-slip shoes.
Crowds
Very crowded on New Year's Eve (especially after 22:00). Plan your arrival time accordingly.
Parking
If driving, we highly recommend using tires suitable for snow and ice.
Etiquette
This is a sacred ritual. Avoid using flash photography, tripods, or standing in paths that obstruct the ceremony.
