Ishiba-ji Temple New Year's Eve Bell & Free Udon Serving
Japanese name:石馬寺 除夜の鐘とうどん振る舞い
📅 Thu, Dec 31, 2026
📍 Higashiomi, Shiga
About this event
At Ishiba-ji Temple in Higashiomi City, Shiga Prefecture, "Toshikoshi Udon" (New Year's Eve noodles) is served free of charge to temple visitors on New Year's Eve. At this ancient temple founded by Prince Shotoku with a 1,400-year history, this traditional event was canceled last year but makes a return this year. The udon serving runs from 23:00 to 23:50, limited to 100 servings, and ends as soon as supplies run out. The ringing of the Joya no Kane (New Year's Eve bell) begins at 23:30, and the first 108 visitors can strike the bell. As it gets extremely cold, coming in warm clothing is recommended. Please note that regular viewing of the temple interior is not being conducted.
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Ishiba-ji Temple
823 Gokasho Ishibajicho, Higashiomi, Shiga 529-1401
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