Niwazuki Kannon Hatsumode

About this event

At Niwazuki Kannon, Hatsumode is held every year from January 1 to January 3. During this period, special events celebrating the opening of the new year are held at Niwazuki Kannon, drawing many worshippers. Niwazuki Kannon began when Sadatsuna Sasaki built a hall to enshrine the Sho Kannon statue in the 15th year of Tenbun (1546) during the Muromachi period, and is formally called 'Tendai Sect Niwazukisan Gatsuzoin'. It is the 33rd temple of the Mogami 33 Kannon Pilgrimage and has long been loved by pilgrims as the final closing sacred ground. At Hatsumode, it bustles with people praying for good health and family safety throughout the year, allowing visitors to welcome the new year in a solemn atmosphere. The nature surrounding Niwazuki Kannon is also beautiful, and you can quietly enjoy Hatsumode in a tranquil environment.

Venue

Gatsuzoin (Niwazuki Kannon)

2829 Niwazuki, Sakegawa-mura, Mogami-gun, Yamagata 999-5207