Northern Daimonji Wildfire Festa
Sacred Flames of Resilience: 300 Torches for Mt. Tokachidake
At midnight on New Year’s Day, a giant fiery “Dai” emerges across a pristine snowfield. This spectacular ceremony marks the arrival of the new year in Kamifurano.
As midnight approaches, Hinode Lavender Park overlooking Kamifurano is transformed by a breathtaking sight. The Sacred Fire (Goshinka), carried from Kamifurano Shrine by relay runners, lights about 300 torches across the snow-covered hillside. Emerging from the darkness is a giant flaming “Dai” (大), meaning “great,” measuring 70 meters high and 50 meters wide. Against the stillness of a subzero winter night, the flickering flames create a scene of mystical beauty unique to Hokkaido’s snowy landscape.
Northern Daimonji carries profound meaning, remembering the tragedy of the 1926 eruption of Mt. Tokachidake, honoring those who rebuilt the community, and praying for continued safety. The powerful sound of Ansei Taiko drums breaks the silence as cheers rise at the moment of ignition. Five wishes, including prosperity and good health, are entrusted to the flames, while colorful fireworks light up the night sky to welcome the new year. Experience this unforgettable moment where prayer, history, and tradition come together beneath the winter sky.
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General Information
- Event period
- 2025/12/31-2026/1/1
23:30-00:15 - Event venue
- Hinode Park
- Postal code
- 〒071-0522
- Address
- 北海道空知郡上富良野町東2線北27号
- Telephone Number
- 0167-45-2191（Kamifurano Town Society of Commerce and Industry）
- Directions
- ●By car: About 3 minutes from JR Kamifurano Station
●On foot: About 15 minutes from JR Kamifurano Station - Website
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