Every year people gather at Ifukube Shrine to celebrate and wish for good health.

The main event starts with small flames being carried down from the top of a nearby mountain by local school children.

This fire is then used to light torches and bails of straw that are set up on the shrine grounds.

A priest will bless the visitors in hopes of warding off any evil spirit or bad luck.

Visitors can ensure good luck by swinging a bundle of straw that has been set ablaze, around themselves. Come watch others swing the bundles or join in the fun yourself!