Introduction of The Festival
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Agematsu means a festival of throwing up torches which is held in Ashiu area of Nantan City. The event started as an annual festival of Atago Shrine. Lighted torches are thrown targeting a large umbrella attached to the top of a 20 meter high pole to be ignited.
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Fire festival |
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Location(s) |
Miyamacho Ashiu, Nantan City |
Date(s) of Matsuri |
August 24 |
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Conservation Group |
Shiu-ku |
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