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Event Tour

Zenkoji Temple Setsubun Festival Tour

Bean throwing festival!

Experience a traditional Japanese Setsubun, or bean throwing festival,l at Nagano's largest and oldest Zenkoji Temple! Setsubun in Japanese culture marks the change of season from winter to spring when it is believed that evil spirits can enter into the human world. Bean throwing events are held at shrines in order to chase away these evil spirits away. Come along to witness an awe-inspiring procession, join the crowds trying to catch bags of beans being thrown from the terraces of the temple and participate in festival festivities happening in the temple grounds.

11:00 Depart from Nozawa Onsen
12:30 Arrive at Zenkoji Temple (Free Time / Festival 13:00 - 14:10)
14:30 Depart from Zenkoji Temple
16:00 Return to Nozawa Onsen

  • Minimum: 8 Adults

Nagano City, Zenkoji Temple

491 Naganomotoyoshichō, Nagano

Includes: Return transfers and English speaking guide

¥6,800/ Adult

¥4,800 / Child (4 - 12 yrs)

03 February 2023, Friday

Contact

IXSM Travel

050-5539-7704 (08:30 - 18:00)

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