Matsuri Festivals
Fudo Myo-o Fire Ritual Prayer
Tue, Dec 1, 2026, 13:00–23:59 · Taimadera Nakunobo, Katsuragi · Nara
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Dates
- Tue, Dec 1, 2026, 13:00–23:59
About this event
SummaryA monthly Buddhist ceremony involving a protective fire ritual to dispel misfortune and pray for peace.
Highlights
• Held every month on the 1st day at 1 PM
• Fire used to purify and dispel misfortune
• Prayers written on wooden tablets offered to flames
• Distribution of blessed secret medicine Darani-jo
Details
This event is a traditional Buddhist practice where a priest throws wood inscribed with wishes into the flames of a ritual fire. The ceremony is designed to pray for daily peace, safety, good fortune, and prosperity. Participants can receive Darani-jo, a secret medicine blessed through prayer, at the donation hall after the ritual.
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