About this event
Held at Kongorin-ji Temple in Aisho Town, Shiga Prefecture, "Omisoka / Joya no Kane" (New Year's Eve Bell Ringing) is a traditional event announcing the arrival of the new year. At this event, ringing the temple bell on New Year's Eve wards off bad fortune from the year and welcomes the new year. Kongorin-ji Temple, the venue, is a historic temple surrounded by beautiful nature where visitors can spend a solemn time in a tranquil atmosphere. Admission fees to the temple grounds are 600 yen for adults, 300 yen for junior high school students, and 200 yen for elementary school students. The event date is December 31, 2026, but the hours are undecided. Parking requires confirmation. Why not take this opportunity to quietly welcome the new year at an ancient temple?
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Kongorin-ji Temple
874 Matsuoji, Aisho-cho, Echi-gun, Shiga 529-1202
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