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Akiba Fire Festival

Tue, Dec 15, 2026 · Kasuisai Grounds, Fukuroi · Shizuoka

Dates

  • Tue, Dec 15, 2026

About this event

Summary
A 1300-year-old fire prevention festival dedicated to a deity for safety and gratitude.

Highlights
  • Grand prayer ceremony
  • Torch procession
  • Fire-walking ritual

Details
The "Kabo Daifusai (Great Fire Prevention Festival) - Akiba no Hi Matsuri (Akiba Fire Festival)" is a traditional event held to express gratitude for the past year and pray for safety in the coming year. It is dedicated to Akiba Sanjakubou Daikongyou-sama, a deity known for fire prevention. The festival features traditional ceremonies including a grand prayer, a torch procession, and a fire-walking ritual. Participation in the fire-walking ritual is possible on the day of the event.

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Event details come from organizers' websites and web searches. They are not guaranteed to be accurate. Check the official website before you go. Times are Japan time (JST).