Hanase Matsu-age (Torch Throwing)
A vigorous fire festival in the mountain hamlet of Hanase where countless torches are thrown up at a 20-meter tall torch pillar by the Kamikatsura River.
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開催予定 毎年8月15日 花背八桝町・上桂川河畔 · 京都府京都市 掲載確認 2026.08.19
Overview
| Status | 開催予定 |
|---|---|
| Schedule | 毎年8月15日 |
| Next Date | 2026年8月15日 |
| Venue | 花背八桝町・上桂川河畔 |
| Location | 京都府 京都市 |
| Address | 京都府京都市 |
| Official Link | Government |
| Last Updated | 2026-08-19T11:09:39.000Z |
Map
Highlights
Lighting of countless jimatsu ground torches, throwing of agematsu torches at the 20-meter pillar, climactic moment when the blazing pillar is toppled.
Access & Parking
Public transportation recommended (alight at Kyoto Bus 'Hanase Koryu-no-Mori-mae' etc.).
Parking: No information available.
Rain policy: Check official information in severe weather.