Ikegami Honmonji Oeshiki Ceremony

11 Oct–13 Oct · Ikegami Honmonji Temple

• Thousands of participants parade through the streets of Ikegami late into the night carrying Mando lanterns and chanting to bells and drums
• Solemn Buddhist memorial rituals are held in the Main Hall, drawing large numbers of devoted followers from across the country
• In the early morning, the head priest traditionally rings the Rin-metsudo bell, followed by a special sermon and memorial service