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UPCOMINGFREE ENTRYMatsuri· Annual
Yoshida Shrine Setsubun Festival
吉田神社 節分祭
Kyoto · Kansai
One of Kyoto's largest Setsubun festivals (~500,000 visitors over 3 days), with ~800 food stalls and the Heian-era Oniyarai ('demon-chasing') ritual reenactment with a huge bonfire on the night of Feb 2-3.
- Dates
- February 2–4Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Location
- Kyoto · Kansai
- Nearest station
- Demachiyanagi Station · ~20 min walk (or city bus to Kyōdai-Seimon-mae)
- Crowd level
- Regional attendance
- Entry
- Free entry
- Official site
- yoshidajinja.com/setubunsai.htm
Happens every year
What to expect
A huge, atmospheric winter festival with a demon-chasing bonfire ritual.
Best viewing tips
Free. The main bonfire ritual runs the night of Feb 2-3; ~800 food stalls line the approach over all 3 days.
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