One of Kyoto's three major fire festivals, the "O-Taimatsu-shiki" (Torch Festival), was held on the night of March 15, 2026, at Saga Shakado (Seiryoji Temple) in Ukyo Ward, Kyoto City. As the large torches were lit, the flames and sparks blazed across the night sky, as if announcing the arrival of spring.
Articles are excerpts from reports and news in the Kyoto Shimbun. Due to automatic translation, some expressions may not be accurate.
