Hatsu-Kannon Daihannyae & Hatsu-Jizoe (First Kannon & First Jizo Buddhist Memorial Services)
Japanese name:初観音大般若会・初地蔵会
📅 Mon, Jan 18, 2027
About this event
Held in Aisho Town, Shiga Prefecture, the "Hatsu-Kannon Daihannyae and Hatsu-Jizoe" is a traditional event taking place on January 18, 2027, at Koto Sanzankan Aisho. This event heralds the start of the new year while praying for good health, disease prevention, and bountiful harvests for the local community. In the Daihannyae, a Buddhist service expounding the teachings of Buddhism is conducted, while in the Jizoe, prayers are offered to Jizo Bodhisattva, who is believed to relieve human suffering. The venue, Koto Sanzankan Aisho, is located in a quiet environment surrounded by beautiful nature, allowing participants to take part in the ceremonies in a solemn atmosphere. The admission fee to the mountain/grounds is 600 yen for adults, 300 yen for junior high school students, and 200 yen for elementary school students. Why not take this opportunity to connect with local traditional culture and welcome the beginning of a new year in peaceful contemplation?
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Koto Sanzankan Aisho
1395-1 Matsuodera, Aisho-cho, Echi-gun, Shiga 529-1202
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