Purification Ceremony

About this event

The Gejokai Purification Ceremony at Todai-ji is an ancient Buddhist rite dedicated to clearing away accumulated spiritual impurities from the temple precincts and its worshippers. Monks perform elaborate rituals involving fire, water, and sacred incantations to restore spiritual purity before the Obon season. It is a quietly powerful ceremony that reflects the meticulous spiritual care maintained at this World Heritage site.