NIKKO, Jan 23 (News On Japan) –
At the Rinnoji Temple in Tochigi Prefecture, preparations for ‘Fuku Mame’ beans for use in subsequent month’s Setsubun competition have begun.
In the principle corridor of Rinnoji Temple, amid the sound of conch shells, monks carried out a purification ritual, swinging their swords over the beans.
This bean-making custom is an annual occasion that historically begins across the interval of ‘Daikan’ (coldest season).
Each Fukumasu (fortunate measuring field) used to comprise the beans is rigorously stamped with ‘Rinnoji Temple’ by the temple’s employees.
Mr. Masanori Shibata of Rinnoji Temple shared, “We prepare these with hopes for a brighter future not only for those connected to Rinnoji but for everyone living in Japan and beyond, regardless of nationality.”
Approximately 300 kilograms of Fuku Mame and a complete of 180 Fukumasu of varied sizes will likely be ready till the day of the Setsubun Festival on February third.
This yr, for the primary time in 4 years, there will likely be a ‘Fortune Scattering’ occasion the place worshippers gathered on the temple will obtain sweets and auspicious objects.
Source: ANN