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Hiraoka Hachimangu Fire Ritual Festival

Mon, Nov 23, 2026, 14:00–15:00 · Hiraoka Hachimangu Shrine, Kyoto · Kyoto

Dates

  • Mon, Nov 23, 2026, 14:00–15:00

About this event

Summary
Bonfire Festival and Founding Anniversary Festival celebrating the temple's establishment by Kobo Daishi.

Highlights
  • Public display of the sacred Hachiman deity statue
  • Free distribution of bonfire manju and mandarin oranges
  • Peak autumn foliage viewing
  • Special viewing of the Hana no Tenjo flower ceiling


Details
To commemorate the founding of the temple by Kobo Daishi, the divine statue of the monk-shaped Hachiman deity will be exhibited to the public at no cost. Visitors can enjoy complimentary bonfire manju, a traditional Japanese sweet, along with fresh mandarin oranges. The temple grounds will feature maple trees at their peak autumn foliage, offering a scenic backdrop. Additionally, this period allows for the exclusive viewing of the Hana no Tenjo, a decorative flower ceiling arrangement that resembles a floral canopy.

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