Striking of the New Year's Eve Bell (Joya no Kane-tsuki)
Japanese name:除夜の鐘つき
📅 Thu, Dec 31, 2026
About this event
The "Joya no Kane-tsuki" (Striking of the New Year's Eve Bell) held at Todai-ji Betsuin Amida-ji Temple is a traditional event heralding the arrival of the new year. In this ceremony, the bell is struck 108 times, corresponding to the number of the "108 worldly desires." Since ancient times, the resonance of the Joya no Kane has been believed to purify people's hearts and carry hopes for the new year. Listening to the powerful sound of the bell echoing through the night enveloped in silence, you can ward off the misfortunes of the year and welcome the new year with a refreshed spirit. It is an opportunity to experience a special year-end transition at a beautiful temple in Hofu City.
Source website (Japanese) ↗Venue
Todai-ji Betsuin Amida-ji Temple
Kamisakamoto-1869 Mure, Hofu, Yamaguchi 747-0004
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