Matatabi Shrine Spring Festival and Somin Shorai Prayer Festival
Kyoto · Yasaka Shrine
Apr 2026 20-30
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About this event
A spring festival at Yasaka Shrine combining the Matatabi Shrine rites with prayers dedicated to Somin Shorai, an ancient deity of protection from pestilence. The ceremony traces its roots to age-old traditions of warding off disease and welcoming good health. Visitors can receive blessings and traditional protective charms.
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