Oharae-shiki & Joyasai (Year-End Purification & New Year's Eve Rituals)
Japanese name:大祓式・除夜祭
📅 Thu, Dec 31, 2026
About this event
On Thursday, December 31, 2026, the "Oharae-shiki (Grand Purification Ritual) and Joyasai (New Year's Eve Festival)" will be held at Toyoman Shrine in Aisho Town, Shiga Prefecture. As a conclusion to the year, these Shinto rituals consist of the Oharae-shiki to cleanse sins and impurities, and the Joyasai to welcome the New Year. The venue is Toyoman Shrine, located at 392 Toyoman, Aisho-cho. The event hours are undecided, but participation is free of charge. Parking requires confirmation. Through these Shinto rituals passed down from ancient times, this event will offer an opportunity to cultivate a pure mindset for greeting the new year. In the quiet moments of year-end, visitors can reflect on the year within a sacred atmosphere and make wishes for the coming year.
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Hata-no-Kami Toyoman Shrine
392 Toyoman, Aisho-cho, Echi-gun, Shiga 529-1321
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