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Urabon Buddhist Sermon

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The Urabon Buddhist Sermon is held on a weekend in mid-July, when lotus flowers are in full bloom. Visitors can listen to sermons by the chief priest and deputy priest free of charge. In addition, a memorial service for ancestors and the Segaki (hungry ghost) ritual are conducted. Guests are also offered "Yamato no Chagayu," a traditional Nara specialty rice porridge with tea.

Please note that event details and times may be subject to change depending on the situation. For more information, please check the official website.

Updated on November 15, 2024.

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General Information

Event venue: Kiko-ji Temple
Address: 508 Sugahara-cho, Nara City, Nara
Access: 10-minute walk from Kintetsu Amagatsuji Station
20-minute walk from Kintetsu Yamato-Saidaiji Station
Website: Kikoji Templce official Website　（in Japanese only)

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