In the new year the Japanese like to set things on fire to exorcise demons and bring good luck. I had the fortunate opportunity to experience such an event at Nozawa about 2 hours drive away from where I am based. The evening consisted of a large wooden plinth/bonfire with men sat on top and tied to the side. Other japanese residents then ran at the men with what can be described as wooden flaming torches and proceeded to attempt to light the plinth! Meanwhile free sake flowed generously in the crowds as we all swayed back and forth trying to stay upright as the crowd surged forward and retreated! A fantastically mental evening!
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