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Ayado no Yonenbutsu to Bon Odori
Japanese name: 綾渡の夜念仏と盆踊（あやどのよねんぶつとぼんおどり）
Toyota, Aichi
2027
Tue, Aug 10
Night nenbutsu and bon dance
Sun, Aug 15
Night nenbutsu and bon dance
About the festival
This event is handed down in Ayado, in the Asuke area of Toyota, Aichi. It combines a night nenbutsu chanted to the sound of bells with a bon dance performed without instruments. A procession led by kiriko lanterns chants the nenbutsu as it moves from the approach of Heishoji temple into the grounds. Afterward, people form a ring around the lanterns and dance about ten pieces to the rhythm of their geta sandals.
The night nenbutsu procession, with kiriko lanterns painted with scenes of paradise and hell
A bon dance with no accompaniment, keeping time with geta stepping on sandy ground
Visitors are asked not to use flash photography at the site
Key facts
- Category
- UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage: Furyu-odori dances
- Location
- Toyota, Aichi
- Main venue
- Grounds of Heishoji temple (Ayado-cho, Toyota)
- Getting there
- There is no parking near the venue; take the free sightseeing bus (reservation required) from the Korankei Miyamachi parking lot.
This description was written by Matsuri Biyori based on public information. Dates and details may change. Please check the organizers' latest information before you go. Translated from the Japanese original.
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FAQ
- When is Ayado no Yonenbutsu to Bon Odori held in 2027?
- In 2027, it is scheduled for Tue, Aug 10 – Sun, Aug 15 (Calculated from the usual rule).
- Where is Ayado no Yonenbutsu to Bon Odori held?
- It is held in Toyota, Aichi. The main venue is Grounds of Heishoji temple (Ayado-cho, Toyota).
- How are the dates of Ayado no Yonenbutsu to Bon Odori set?
- Every year on August 10 and 15 (grounds of Heishoji temple)