About this event
Held at Junen-ji Temple in Kuwana City, Mie Prefecture, the "Junen-ji Shichifukujin Festival" is a traditional festival where the Seven Lucky Gods assemble and prayers are offered for the households of parishioner families. On the temple grounds, taishogoto (Japanese harp) and dance performances are dedicated throughout the day, bringing a festive ambiance to visitors. At the climax of the festival, a mochi-tossing ceremony scatters "Shichifuku Mochi" rice cakes blessed for sound health and good fortune, gathering many people eager to catch the blessings. The procession of the Seven Lucky Gods through the city starts at 9:00 AM, followed by the memorial service for Elder Chinmei Mori at 1:00 PM, and the Chigo (children's) procession departing from Shinyashiki Park at 2:00 PM. Additionally, the award ceremony for the 58th Dedicated Calligraphy Contest will be held in the Junen-ji Main Hall from 3:00 PM, adding artistic flair to the festivities. The concluding lucky mochi toss takes place at 3:30 PM, marking a special moment for attendees wishing for health and good fortune in the year ahead.
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Bokozan Kuhon-in Junen-ji Temple
53 Denmacho, Kuwana, Mie 511-0045
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