Daily News: Japan Buddhist Monks Walk on Fiery Embers in Thrilling Traditional Festival.

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Published on March 13, 2023 2:56:07 AM ● Video Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oL2MF51xxSk

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Hundreds of Buddhists walked barefoot across a stretch of burning coal during the traditional Hiwatari festival held at a temple on Mount Takao, West of Tokyo, on Sunday.

According to media reports, around 1,500 visitors walked through the fire at the Takao-san Yakuo-in temple. During the festival, the monks prayed for world peace, good health and protection from misfortune.

The fire-walking festival is seen as a purifying ritual, and it is traditionally held on the second Sunday of March.

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