Event information
Busshō-e / Todaiji Temple
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
On the anniversary of the birth of Gautama Buddha, a ceremony called Busshō-e is held at Todaiji Temple to celebrate his birth. A small mido hall decorated with flowers is erected in front of the Daibutsu-den (Great Buddha Hall); a statue of baby Buddha is enshrined in the mido, and a Buddhist mass is conducted. Visitors until 14:00 may bathe the statue with sweet tea, cups of which are also distributed for everyone to enjoy.
Detailed information
| Address | NaraNara City406-1 Zoshichou |
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| Access & Bus Stop | 7 minutes on the city loop bus from JR Nara and Kintetsu Nara Stations. 5 minute walk from "Daibutsu-den Kasugataisha-mae" bus stop. |