Hashigo Nori at Ikegami Honmonji Temple is a festival to remember. Featuring acrobatics and athleticism, it's a unique event to kick off the new year. What to expect Hashigo Nori takes place on Japan's Coming of Age holiday (the second Monday of January) -- Jan. 13 in 2025. But rather than the traditional dances and prayers, six performers show off their stuff with a ladder acrobatics display, including leaping and cartwheeling in the air. Visitors will also be able to try the stunts (on a mini-ladder!) and take photos with the performers.