Festivals of Japan

Events across Japan. A collection ranging from traditional to seasonal offerings.

The Kanoukaen - Nagasaki

The most famous annual torch and warrior procession in Japan during the cherry blossom season. A total of 150 people dressed as warriors and carrying a taimatsu torch in one hand parade through the cherry blossoms of Tachibana Park in the largest fire festival in the prefecture. Based on historical events over 400 years ago, the festival recreates the bravery and grace depicted on a historical emaki scroll.

Event Dates Late March every year (tentative)
Event Details Please see the official website for details.
Official site http://www.visit-nagasaki.com/spots/detail/96/back:1
Location (venue) Chijiwa-cho, Unzen Tachibana Shrine and other locations
Address 529 Chijiwachoki, Unzen-shi, Nagasaki (Tachibana Park)
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Region Kyushu
Category Illumination, Bravery

Event organizers may change the date and time. Please check the official website.

update: Mar.1.2021

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