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NAGANO ZENKOJI TEMPLE LIGHT UP FESTIVAL

February 8 @ 1:00 pm - February 9 @ 1:00 am

SAT • 8 FEB
COST BY AGE GROUP:
$40 (4 & Up)
$40 (3 & Under if a seat is needed)
ITINERARY:
Depart 1 p.m.
Zenkoji 5–9 p.m.
Return 1 a.m.
The tour cost includes bus transportation and a visit to Zenkoji
Temple. This tour involves a significant amount of walking. Be
sure to bring a heavy jacket, as the temperature will be cold and
some snow is expected. Due to the long bus ride and crowded
conditions at the festival, this tour is not recommended for small
children. Zenkoji Light-Up begins at 6 p.m.
*The itinerary is subject to change due to traffic or other
uncontrollable circumstances.
The city of Nagano is best known as the host of the 1998 Winter
Olympics. Its history and development revolve around the grand
1,400-year-old Buddhist temple, Zenkoji. The clouds of incense
smoke and the prayers of countless pilgrims at the temple’s main
hall reflect its significance as an authentic place of worship. During
the festival, the temple will be illuminated with numerous lights,
transforming it into a captivating winter wonderland.

Details

Start:
February 8 @ 1:00 pm
End:
February 9 @ 1:00 am
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