Mondo Yakujin Yakuyoke Taisai (Hatsu Yakujin) Evil-Warding Festival
Japanese name:門戸厄神 厄除け大祭（初厄神）
📅 Mon, Jan 18, 2027 - Tue, Jan 19, 2027
📍 Nishinomiya, Hyogo
About this event
Held at Mondo Yakujin Tokoji Temple, the "Yakuyoke Taisai (Hatsu Yakujin)" is an evil-warding festival that is the most bustling of the year, drawing hundreds of thousands of worshipers. While the 19th of every month is a sacred day associated with Yakujin Myoo, this day in the New Year is regarded as especially significant, and many devout men and women visit to pray for protection against misfortune. Street stalls will line the grounds during the period, enlivening the festival atmosphere. On the day of the event, traffic restrictions will be in place nearby and parking lots will be closed. Access is convenient, located about an 8-minute walk from Mondo-yakujin Station on the Hankyu Imazu Line. Why not pray for warding off misfortune and inviting good fortune for the new year at this traditional festival?
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Mondo Yakujin Tokoji Temple
2-26 Mondo Nishimachi, Nishinomiya, Hyogo 662-0828
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