"Jizo-bon," a traditional summer festival held to pray for the healthy growth of children, took place at various locations across Kyoto City on August 23, 2026. Children created summer memories by participating in activities such as games and the "Juzu-mawashi" (rosary-turning) ritual, where they pass a large string of prayer beads along a circle.
Articles are excerpts from reports and news in the Kyoto Shimbun. Due to automatic translation, some expressions may not be accurate.
