Discover Dondo-yaki/Onbe-yaki: Japanese New Year Tradition Bonfires in Yokosuka. Observe the rituals of bidding farewell to the past year and welcoming the New Year. Explore the symbolic burning of sacred items, believed to purify and promote good health. This article provides information on where to participate, the history behind these traditions, and how to engage … Continue reading Dondo-yaki/Onbe-yaki: Japanese New Year Bonfires in Yokosuka