Horaibashi Bamboo Light Project

About this event

The "Horaibashi Bamboo Light Project" will take place at Horai Bridge spanning the Oi River in Shimada City, Shizuoka Prefecture. Spanning a total length of 897.4 meters as the world's longest wooden pedestrian bridge, Horai Bridge will be illuminated by 8,974 bamboo lanterns, creating a magical river of light. This project aims to light the bridge with prayers inspired by the wordplay on "8974" (yaku-nashi, meaning free from misfortune) and craft a river of light across the water's surface. Local residents, students, and volunteers gathered from across the country will unite to create this 3-day festival of light. During the event, the daytime section (10:00 to 16:00) features craft exhibitions and activities organized by Shimada Commercial High School, while the evening section (16:00 until dawn) features bamboo lantern illumination. Food and drink booths featuring popular shops associated with Shimada City will also be set up from 14:00 to 20:00. Guests can take in the magical sight of Horai Bridge illuminated by bamboo lanterns, an experience available only at this time. Note that on Monday (public holiday), November 23, only the craft exhibition will run, and it also serves as a backup day for the bamboo lantern illumination.

Venue

Horai Bridge 897.4 Plaza

Near 2-chome Minami, Shimada, Shizuoka 427-0113