Tōrō Nagashi: Floating Lantern Festival (Friday, 6 pm)

$7 lantern (for sale at the door – recommended one per family)

As the sun sets and darkness falls, visitors are invited to experience the custom of Tōrō Nagashi, a poignant Japanese tradition in which candle-lit lanterns are set afloat on water, accompanied by prayers for peace and remembrance of those who have passed. This cultural and spiritual practice fosters a profound sense of connection between the living and their departed loved ones.