Takasaki

Takasaki

A selection of photographs around "Takasaki" in Japan.

Daruma doll burning ritual at Shorinzan Temple, Japan, surrounded by flames and ash.
Gunma

Shōrinzan Daruma: The Market and the Flames

Every 6–7 January, Shōrinzan Daruma-ji in Takasaki holds its great daruma market — before returning the past year's wishes to the flames in the otakiage fire.
Shōrinzan Daruma-ji Temple Easy walk
Autumn

Shōrinzan Daruma: Birthplace of Red Figurines

Shorinzan, tucked away on Takasaki Mountain, is known as the Daruma Temple. A visit is reputed to bring good fortune.

Some crowds
2–3 hours (half-day if you also explore Takasaki’s Daruma-related shops/areas)
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