Matsuri Festivals
Autumn Yakuyoke Festival
Mon, Oct 19, 2026, 09:00–17:00 · Mondo Yakujin Tokoji, Nishinomiya · Hyogo
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Dates
- Mon, Oct 19, 2026, 09:00–17:00
About this event
SummaryAutumn purification festival honoring deities who ward off misfortunes.
Highlights
• Purification ceremony to dispel disasters and misfortunes.
• Traditional Shabuto Goma and Shidenn Gomakusa fire rituals.
• Veneration of Yakushin Myo-o and Egasu-jin Myoo deities.
Details
The event celebrates the autumn season at two renowned temples famous for their protective deities. The first ceremony takes place at the Yakushindo, dedicated to Yakushin Myo-o, a deity known for driving away all disasters. The second ceremony occurs at Togakuji Temple, renowned for the Egasu-jin Myoo (also known as Kadogae-no-kami), believed to ward off all misfortunes. Both events feature specific fire rituals performed within the temple precincts to cleanse the area and invite good fortune.
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