Bonfire lighted in Kyoto to mark souls' return

Bonfire lighted in Kyoto to mark souls' return

KYOTO, Japan - People watch a bonfire in the shape of the Chinese character meaning ''large'' on Mt. Nyoigatake in Kyoto on Aug. 16 in the Daimonji Okuribi event. The event marks the return to heaven of the souls of the dead.

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