Urabon Buddhist Sermon/Kikouji Temple
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A sermon takes place every year in mid-July at Kikouji Temple during Obon
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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. Additionally, a memorial service for ancestors and the Segaki (hungry ghost) ritual are held. 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
- Kikouji 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
