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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
gio
17/09
23°/17°
98%
ven
18/09
23°/16°
13%
sab
19/09
21°/19°
35%
dom
20/09
26°/19°
61%
lun
21/09
27°/21°
69%
mar
22/09
24°/14°
41%
mer
23/09
24°/13°
15%
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.
