Notice: The dates and details for this event are not yet confirmed. We will continue to give updates once all details are confirmed.
Toka Ebisu is the first major festival in Kyoto. “Toka” means the 10th day and Ebisu is the god of good fortune and prosperity.
The festival actually lasts for 5 days from January 8 to 12 and January 10 as the center of the 5 day celebration.
Many people buy branches of lucky bamboo grass, called Fuku-Zasa which has benn blessed in a special ritual by a shrine maiden. They then buy more lucky charms and talismans, which they attach to the bamboo branch.
During the event flock into the Ebisu Shrine to conduct a simple ritual of prayer for ongoing success in their work and business.
Event Information
| Event Date | January 1-12, 2021 |
| Event Schedule | Tuesday: 9AM-11PM Wednesday: 9AM-12AM Saturday: 9Am-2PM |
| Venue | Ebisu Shrine |
| Access | Gion Shijo |
| Admission | Free |
*All event details are subject to change. We will keep you posted for any necessary changes.
