A Yamabushi or mountain priest throws water on the flames during the Hiwatari matsuri on Mount Takao, Tokyo, Japan

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The Hi-Watari, or fire crossing festival is held every March on Mount Takao in the outskirts of Tokyo. The Mountain priests light a huge fire that, after it has burnt down a bit, they walk across. After that all the supporters and anyone else is welcome to have a go too.

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Location: Takaosanguchi Tokyo Japan
Photo credit: © Damon Coulter / Alamy / Afripics
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