At the rosanji temple in kamigyo ward, kyoto city, the "tsuinashiki onihoraku" ritual is held to pray for protection from misfortune and good fortune. three demons, symbolizing the worldly desires of humans, are driven away.｜overview｜The Kyoto Shimbun(Kyoto News)

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At the Rosanji Temple in Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto City, the "Tsuinashiki Onihoraku" ritual is held to pray for protection from misfortune and good fortune. Three demons, symbolizing the worldly desires of humans, are driven away.

February 3, 2026

On February 3, 2026, the day of Setsubun, the "Tsuinashiki Onihoraku" ritual to ward off evil spirits and bring good fortune was held at Rosanji Temple in Kamigyo Ward, Kyoto City. A large crowd of worshippers watched in rapt attention as three demons, symbolizing human desires, were driven away.

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