On August 6, 2024, the eve of the beginning of autumn, the traditional "Nagoshi Shinji" ritual to pray for good health was held at Shimogamo Shrine (Sakyo Ward, Kyoto City). One after another, shirtless men jumped into the Mitarashi Pond in the shrine grounds and reached for 50 igushi (sacred sticks).
Articles are excerpts from reports and news in the Kyoto Shimbun. Due to automatic translation, some expressions may not be accurate.
