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The Akiha Shrine is long known for its worship of the deity for fire prevention. The hibuse-no-matsuri (lit. ceremony of fire prevention) is held at midnight on December 16, featuring three beautifully and stately performed ritual dances: bow dance, sword dance, and fire dance.
Akiha Fire Festival
| Venue | Akiha Shrine |
|---|---|
| Host | Akiha Shrine and Akiha Temple Haruno Tourist Association |
| URL | http://www.akihasanhongu.jp/newpage1.html |
| Time | December 15 & 16 |
The Akiha Shrine is long known for its worship of the deity for fire prevention. The hibuse-no-matsuri (lit. ceremony of fire prevention) is held at midnight on December 16, featuring three beautifully and stately performed ritual dances: bow dance, sword dance, and fire dance.