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Grass Burning at Mt. Shiozuka Highlands【Late March】
On a spring evening, the Shiozuka Highlands glow red as fire dances across the land.
Located at an elevation of 1,043 meters and spanning the border between Ehime and Tokushima Prefectures, this expansive plateau is the site of a dramatic annual event known as the "controlled grass burning" or noyaki.
Conducted once a year to preserve native vegetation, maintain scenic views, and support the growth of grass used for thatching, the fire spreads across roughly 20 hectares of open highland.
In the dark, the flames slither across the ground like mythical dragons or serpents, creating a powerful and unforgettable sight.
This spring tradition has become a symbolic seasonal event in the area—marking the arrival of spring and celebrating the close relationship between people and nature.
| Name of Facility | Shiozuka Highland ( Observation deck for spectators ) |
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| Address | 〒779-5327 徳島県三好市山城町尾又 塩塚展望台 Shiozuka Observatory, Omata, Yamashiro-cho, Miyoshi City, Tokushima Prefecture, 779-5327 |
| Access | Parking is limited, please ride together as much as possible. |
| TEL | Miyoshi Tourism Association：0883-76-0877 |
| URL | https://miyoshi-tourism.jp/ |
| Start time | Late March [2025] 17:00 Ritual 17:30 Lighting the fire and starting the work Around 20:00 End of the ceremony |
| Precautions | ・Do not park anywhere other than the parking spaces, as this will interfere with the operation of noyaki. ・Please do not enter the burning area for your own safety. |
