The festival that involves the traditional burning of a scarecrow in Japan is called Oni Matsuri. Celebrated mainly in the region of Chiba, the festival symbolizes the purification of the rice fields and the expulsion of evil spirits. Communities gather to build effigies resembling scarecrows and set them ablaze, believing that this act protects the harvest and ensures a bountiful planting season. The event blends rituals and community involvement, marking an essential part of local agricultural traditions.