Kyoto
Jul 28
Sanbouji Temple
Conducted on the hottest day of the year, the Midsummer Day of the Ox, this prayer ceremony is held to remedy summer maladies. Participants wear a ceramic plate called a houroku on their heads, which is adorned with Buddhist scripture. Moxa (dried medicinal herb) is placed on top which is burned during the ceremony.
Please take COVID-19 preventative measures by wearing a mask and bringing handwash with you.
詳細
時間: 9am-noon
入場料: Free (¥2,000 to experience the houroku moxa)
アクセス: JR Kyoto Stn, bus to Sanbouji
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