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Mt. Takao in Hachioji, Tokyo, Which Boasts the World's Largest Number of Climbers, Is the Site of Hiwatari Matsuri, a Ritual in Which Flames Rise Into the Heavens and Ascetic Monks Cross Over Hot Coals!

Mt. Takao in Hachioji, Tokyo, Which Boasts the World's Largest Number of Climbers, Is the Site of Hiwatari Matsuri, a Ritual in Which Flames Rise Into the Heavens and Ascetic Monks Cross Over Hot Coals!

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What kind of event is the Raccudani Fudo Myoo's 300th Anniversary Festival at Raccudani Fudoin, Kyoto, Japan? It's like another Kiyomizu-no-Butai! A slightly mysterious temple full of raccoon dogs!

Fire, Dancing Around a 60-Foot-Tall Tree in the Northern Area of Kyoto! Flaming Torches Thrown About! Check Out the Hirogawara Matsuage Traditional Fire Festival!

An in-Depth Look at the Nachi Fire Festival Designated a Cultural Asset by Wakayama Prefecture. The Flames Blazing From the Torches Are So Powerful That It Is Truly Worthy of Being Called One of Japan's Top 3 Fire Festivals!

Don't Miss the 350 Year Old Abare Festival in Noto, Ishikawa Prefecture! Watch as They Throw the Mikoshi Into the River!

Sanja Matsuri in Asakusa, Tokyo - One of the Three Main Festivals in Japan! Don’t Miss One of the Best Japanese Festivals With More Than 100 Portable Shrines and 1.5 Million Visitors in Tokyo!

The Most Dangerous Fire Festival in Japan - "Toba no Himatsuri" in Nishio City, Aichi Prefecture - Men jump into the blazing fire? A thrilling video of the strangest festival in the world!

Located in the Western Part of the Tokyo Metropolis, Hachioji Is Home to the World Famous Mt. Takao. A Mixture of Great Foods, Sightseeing and History That Offers Endless Fun!

The Hanezu Odori Is a Dance Based on the Love Story of One of the World's Three Most Beautiful Women, Ono No Komachi. Enjoy the Graceful and Beautiful Dance While Learning About Japanese History!

Tokyo Bon Odori Festival 2024! Participate in a popular event where you can enjoy the Japanese summer atmosphere

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Mt. Takao in Hachioji, Tokyo, Which Boasts the World's Largest Number of Climbers, Is the Site of Hiwatari Matsuri, a Ritual in Which Flames Rise Into the Heavens and Ascetic Monks Cross Over Hot Coals!

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A Glimpse at the Day-To-Day Life of Japanese High School Girls! This Popular Video With Over 3 Million Views, Gives Viewers Insight Into the Daily Life of a Japanese High School Girl, Through the Eyes of an International Student

Let’s Spin Some Traditional-Style Tops! Learn How to Wrap It, Spin It, and Even Some Cool Tricks!

Fuji hot springs in Fujiyoshida City, Yamanashi, Japan!All rooms have a private open-air bath with a view of Mt! Fuji in every room!

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The Autumn Leaves Reflected in the Water of Mishakaike Pond in Nagano Prefecture Are Out of This World! Watch the Video to See a Spectacular View of Japan That's Sure to Blow You Away!

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A Look at Japan 100 Years Ago - See How Ordinary People Lived Through These Priceless Historical Photos That Teach Us About the Lifestyles of Ordinary People During the Taisho Period and World War I!

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