On the night of December 31, 2024, the "Okera Mairi," a traditional New Year's tradition in Kyoto, took place at Yasaka Shrine in Higashiyama Ward, Kyoto City. Worshippers transferred the flames of lanterns to ropes and carried them home, praying for good health in the new year.
Articles are excerpts from reports and news in the Kyoto Shimbun. Due to automatic translation, some expressions may not be accurate.
