On December 21, 2025, Sanzenin Temple's year-end "Begging for Alms" event was held in Ohara, Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City. In the pouring rain, monks toured the mountain villages of northern Kyoto, ringing conch shells and bells to announce the end of the year.
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