Besides its position as a touristic UNESCO world heritage site, the Daigoji Temple is also very active throughout the year, with several important ceremonial and seasonal events very well-known in Japan. Come discover the beauty of the Japanese four seasons as well as the exceptional Shingon Buddhism rituals carried by the temple’s monks.
Period | Photo | Event |
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1/6 |
Hatsu Syobo-e |
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2/15-2/21 |
Preparation rituals for the mochi-lifting Godairiki Festival |
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2/23 |
Mochi-lifting Godairiki Festival |
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4/1-4/21 |
Daigo Cherry blossom Festival (with Night Viewing) |
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4/8 Second Sunday in April |
Cherry blossom Parade |
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8/5 |
Lantern Festival |
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11/M - 12/F Middle of November - beginning of December |
Daigo Automnal Leaves Festival (with Night Viewing) |
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12/31 |
New Year’s eve Bell ringing |
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29th(28) 29th of every month (*28th in February) |
Daigo Flee Market |