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Spend time quietly in the grounds of this unusual temple without a torii gate, and secure your spot there

About this spot

A mountain temple known for its unusual appearance—while being a temple, it features a sacred straw rope (しめ縄) and a straw hoop (茅の輪) rather than a torii gate, a remnant of syncretism between Shinto and Buddhism. The temple grounds, surrounded by bamboo groves, are quiet, creating a special space where you can escape the hustle and bustle of the city. The temple is also known for serving shojin cuisine (vegetarian Buddhist temple cuisine), and the simple flavors utilizing mountain produce are popular. Spending time leisurely around the temple grounds until evening and securing your spot for the fireworks ahead makes for a smooth experience.

Fireworks details

Name: 竹寺夜祭り花火大会

Date & time: 8/16 (Sun) Time TBA

Venue: 竹寺

2026年8月16日(日)開催、竹寺を舞台にした夜祭りのクライマックスです。鳥居のない珍しい山寺の境内から見上げる花火は、都市部の大規模な大会とはひと味違う静けさと親密感があります。周囲を山に囲まれた立地のため、打ち上げの音が山肌に反響してより大きく感じられるのも魅力。夏の夜、静かな杜に響く音と光を家族でじっくり味わえる特別な時間です。

Tips

荒天時は中止や延期の可能性があるため、飯能市や竹寺の発表を当日確認しましょう。山道の帰路は暗くなるため、懐中電灯やスマホのライトを必ず用意してください。終了後は駐車場や山道が混み合うため、少し時間を置いてから下山するのがおすすめです。

Source: hanno-tourism.jp

Tips

About 20 minutes by car from Ko-no-Gongen (子ノ権現); please be careful driving on the mountain road. Shojin cuisine often requires advance reservations, so plan with sufficient flexibility when visiting. Temperatures drop from evening into night, so prepare a light jacket or sweater for comfort.