Nara Wakakusa Yamayaki Festival Small-Group day trip

Witness the centuries-old Wakakusa Yamayaki Festival,where Mount Wakakusa is ceremonially set ablaze,accompanied by fireworks and dramatic night views. A rare seasonal tradition only held once a year.
Traveling in a small group allows for a more comfortable pace and easier coordination during this popular festival day. This is one of Japan’s most iconic winter events and a truly unforgettable seasonal experience.

Date: January 24, 2026
Duration: Approx. 10 hours
Departure Time: 10:30 AM
Departure Location: Osaka or Kyoto

Schedule Overview
10:30 AM – Depart from Osaka or Kyoto
Travel by vehicle to Nara City. Exact meeting point details will be provided after booking.
12:00 – 1:30 PM – Free time at Nara Park
Guests may explore nearby landmarks such as the exterior of Todaiji Temple and Kofukuji Five-Story Pagoda, or enjoy lunch at their own pace (meals not included).
2:00 – 3:30 PM – Festival atmosphere at the foot of Mount Wakakusa
Experience the daytime build-up of the Wakakusa Yamayaki Festival. Temporary stages and food stalls create a lively festival atmosphere with traditional performances and local snacks.
4:45 PM – Sacred Fire Ceremony at Kasuga Taisha Shrine
Witness the important Shinto ritual where the sacred fire is ceremonially lit, marking the spiritual beginning of the festival. Viewing may be from the surrounding area depending on crowd conditions.
5:05 – 5:40 PM – Sacred Flame Procession and Prayer Rituals
Follow the ceremonial procession as the sacred flame is carried toward the mountain, accompanied by Buddhist chanting and prayers.
6:15 PM – Fireworks Display
One of Nara Prefecture’s largest annual fireworks displays lights up the night sky, signaling the start of the evening’s main events.
6:30 PM – Wakakusa Yamayaki (Mountain Burning Ceremony)
Mount Wakakusa is ceremonially set ablaze under strict safety control, with flames spreading across the mountainside and creating a powerful winter night view unique to Nara.
7:30 PM – Return Departure
Gather and begin the return journey.
9:30 – 10:00 PM – Arrival in Osaka or Kyoto

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