KYOTO, Aug 17 (News On Japan) –
Kyoto’s conventional Obon occasion, Gozan no Okuribi — extra generally referred to as Daimonji — was held on Saturday evening, sending off the spirits of ancestors who returned to the residing world throughout Obon, whereas additionally providing prayers for good well being.
Despite the rain, giant crowds gathered with umbrellas in hand to spend time watching the flickering hearth.
According to the Kyoto Prefectural Police, about 22,000 folks gathered at 5 websites throughout the town this yr.
Source: TBS