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Kure Hachimangu Taisai
久礼八幡宮大祭
Kochi · Shikoku
An autumn festival to thank the deities for the coming harvest, starting at midnight with men carrying flaming bamboo poles to ward off demons, concluding with a fireworks display.
- Dates
- September 24–25Dates follow the event's usual annual pattern — confirm with the organizer before you travel.
- Location
- Kochi · Shikoku
- Nearest station
- Tosa-Kure Station · 3 min walk
- Crowd level
- Local attendance
- Entry
- Free entry
Happens every year
What to expect
The festival begins in the dark of night, with the crackling sound of flaming bamboo poles illuminating the path, creating a fiery spectacle against the backdrop of Kure Hachimangū's traditional architecture.
Best viewing tips
Position yourself near the shrine entrance to witness the start of the procession. For the fireworks, the best view is from the nearby riverbank, where reflections dance on the water.
How to get there
From Takamatsu Station · ~2h 28m by car
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