Hijiori Sange Sange (Sprinkling flower petals at a memorial service for Buddha)
Ancient traditional New Year's Eve event performed by Yamabushi (Japanese mountain ascetics) in the three mountains of Dewa
| Name |
Hijiori Sange Sange (Sprinkling flower petals at a memorial service for Buddha) |
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| Phone | 023-376-2211 |
| Address | 大蔵村南山 肘折温泉 |
| Infromation | This is a traditional, annual event for the mountain priests of the three mountains of Dewa, held on January 7th. The men of the villages wear white robes and walk through the hot spring village while blowing on conch shells to pray for good harvests and health. Freshly pounded rice cakes are served to visitors. |
