What is Miyajima’s Firewalking ceremony?
On April 15th and November 15th, Miyajima holds a firewalking ceremony every year!
This fire walking ceremony is said to have started when Shogo Rigen Daishi exterminated a poisonous snake while training at Daigoji Temple on Mt.
The fire used in the fire walking ceremony is the ”Kiezu no Hi” which has been buring for 1,200 years at Mt.Misen.
As the name suggests, the fire-walking ceremony involves the great master and priests walking on fire. At that time, it seems that they walk while chanting wish fulfillment.
Anyone can participate in the fire walking ceremony on Miyajima?
In fact, anyone can participate in this Miyajima Firewalking Ceremony, and the worshipers can walk.
It’s not hot when worshipers walk, but it’s a little warm, so anyone can walk.
If you want to make a wish come true, please walk and see it!
Be careful when doing firewalking!
If you are watching the fire walking ceremony nearby, be careful of sparks and ash.
There is also a lot of smoke, ao it would be a good idea to have something to cover your mouth with, such as a handkerchief.
You must take off your shoes and your shoes and walk barefoot during the firewalk.So the soles of the feet are very dark.
However, if you want your wish to come true, don’t wipe it with a towel!
Of course, it’s not compulsory, so if you7re really interested, please bring your own towels!
It is your responsibility to manage your shoes after taking them off, so please manage them properly so that they are not stolen!
When and where is the fire walking ceremony?
The fire walking ceremony is held every year on April 15th at the Spring Grand Festival and November 15th at the Autumn Grand Festival.
Be sure to check the dates as it only happens twice a year.
Location: Daisho-in Temple in Miyajima
Participation fee is free.
Holding time : 11:00~15:00
210 Takimachi, Miyajima-cho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima Prefecture, 739-0592
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