The torii burning of Katsunuma, Koshu, illuminating the night sky above Daizenji
The Daizenji torii burning
The 2026 edition of The Daizenji burning has ended.
Festival information
EVENT INFORMATION- Dates
- 2026/10/03Ended
- Season / frequency
- The first Saturday of October each year / Every year
- Location
- Daizenji Temple
- Area
- Yamanashi Prefecture・Koshu City(From Tokyo: approx. 1 h 30 min–2 h · limited express)Prefecture-level estimate to a main station or airport, not the venue. Airport access, check-in and onward travel are extra; remote areas and islands can take much longer.
- Features
- Highlights and activities
- Last updated
- 2026/10/19
The Torii-yaki, held each year on the first Saturday of October at Daizenji Temple in Katsunuma-cho, Koshu City. It is cherished as an event centered on the nighttime lighting that brings autumn in Katsunuma to a close.
About The Daizenji torii burning
The Daizenji Torii-yaki is an autumn event held at Daizenji Temple on Mount Kashio in Katsunuma-cho, Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture.
As a festival event at Daizenji Temple, it is held on the first Saturday of October each year.
It forms part of the autumn scenery of the Katsunuma area, with the torii being set alight at night.
Festival highlights
The 2026 information indicates that the torii is lit at 7 p.m., followed by fireworks.
The torii burning, with its fire lit as darkness falls, is the main highlight of this event.
Introduced in connection with Katsunuma events related to grapes and wine, it can be enjoyed as an event that brings the local autumn festival season to a close.
Source: 【甲州市】かつぬまぶどうまつり開催 | 地域創生メディア Mediall（メディアール）
The torii burning of Katsunuma, Koshu, illuminating the night sky above Daizenji
What to expect
The 2026 event information outlines the day's schedule: after the daytime activities, the main torch procession departure ceremony at 6:20 p.m., and a performance at 6:35 p.m., the torii is set to be lit at 7 p.m.
The torii burning takes place at night, and fireworks were also scheduled after the torii was lit.
As an event associated with Daizenji, it is positioned toward the end of Katsunuma's autumn festival season.
Location and access
- Venue and address
Daizenji (3559 Katsunuma, Katsunuma-cho, Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture)
- Train and bus
5 minutes by taxi from Katsunuma-budokyo Station on the JR Chuo Main Line.
The nearest bus stop is Daizenji (Koshu City community bus).
- By car
About 2 minutes from the Katsunuma Interchange on the Chuo Expressway.
- Parking
Daizenji has parking for 40 vehicles.
Source: 大善寺／山梨の歴史を旅するサイト
Address 3559 Katsunuma, Katsunuma-cho, Koshu City, Yamanashi Prefecture
Dates and season
2026 event information (the listed dates have passed)
In 2026, the event was held on October 3 (Saturday), with the torii scheduled to be lit at 7 p.m.
The Daizenji torii burning is held on the first Saturday of October each year.
Accommodation and hotels PR
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Official information
Information about the 2026 Koshu City Katsunuma Grape Festival is posted on the event page of the Koshu City official website.
You can check the day's schedule, including the torii lighting, and venue information.
The Daizenji torii burning at a Glance
The Daizenji torii burning is an autumn event held at Daizenji in Katsunuma-cho, Koshu City, on the first Saturday of October each year.
According to the 2026 information, the torii was scheduled to be lit at 7 p.m. on October 3, followed by fireworks.
You can reach the venue by taxi from Katsunuma-budokyo Station or by car from the Katsunuma Interchange.
Japanese Festivals.jp Editorial Team
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Article updated: 2026/10/19
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