On the night of February 2, 2026, the eve of Setsubun (Setsubun), a "Tsuina" ceremony was held at Yoshida Shrine in Kyoto City's Sakyo Ward, known as Kyoto's "Omote Onimo" (front demon gate). Despite the bitter cold, large crowds flocked to the shrine grounds to watch as three demons symbolizing misfortune were driven away.
Articles are excerpts from reports and news in the Kyoto Shimbun. Due to automatic translation, some expressions may not be accurate.
