Experience the 400-year-old tradition of "Hiburi Kamakura" in Kakunodate, Akita. On a snowy winter night, swing a burning charcoal bale around your body to pray for good health and safety. This special plan includes a historical lecture by a local guide, a chance to wear a traditional "Happi" coat for the ritual, and exclusive commemorative gifts like a "Tenugui" towel, offering a deep dive into local heritage.
・ Join a 400-year-old mystical fire festival as an active participant. ・ Learn about Kakunodate's traditions and spiritual culture from expert guides. ・Authentic experience wearing a traditional "Happi" coat, perfect for photos. ・Receive an exclusive, limited-edition "Tenugui" towel available only for this tour.
This program invites you to participate as an active performer in "Hiburi Kamakura," a 400-year-old tradition in Kakunodate. You will first learn the ritual's spiritual origins and its role in protecting the samurai town from an expert guide.
After changing into a traditional "Happi" coat, you will take part in the ceremony under the snowy night sky. Experience the thrill of swinging a burning charcoal bale to create magnificent rings of fire around yourself. It is a soul-stirring cultural immersion, praying for a healthy year while mastering the flames in a stunning winter landscape.
・Since fire is used, sparks may damage clothing. Please wear clothes that are flame-resistant (cotton recommended) and can get dirty. ・The "Happi" coat is a rental and must be returned after the event. ・ For safety, please follow all instructions from local staff at all times.