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Hifuri Shinji at Aso Shrine 6

Hifuri Shinji at Aso Shrine

Mandy Bartok

Once a year, locals and visitors alike gather after dusk on the grounds... Bales of straw are set ablaze and swung round in circles on the main pathway

Kumamoto 10
Ehrismann Residence 8

Ehrismann Residence

Tomoko Kamishima

The original owner of this lovely house was Fritz Ehrismann who was born in Zürich Switzerland and came to Japan in 1888 to join a trading business.

Kanagawa 2
Gujo Odori 2024

Gujo Odori 2024

Mid Jul - Early Sep

Gujo Odori is Japan's largest and one of the most famous dance festivals lasting thirty-two nights, three of which have dancing all night long.

Gifu 1 Free Entry
Yuiichi Festival 2024

Yuiichi Festival 2024

Mid Oct

Bringing together the local people and crafts to celebrate Yūki's history and culture.

Ibaraki Free Entry