Wakasa Jinguji

若狭神宮寺

Est. 90Obama, Chubu

Overview

Ancient Obama temple sending sacred water to Nara's Todaiji annually, drawn from well during March Omizutori.

One of the most famous springtime events in Fukui Prefecture, Omizu-okuri is a religious festival held every March 2 at Jingu-ji temple in the city of Obama. Sacred water is drawn from a well called Akai at Jingu-ji, then borne to a river near Unose and poured in.

Practical info

Japanese name: 若狭神宮寺
Nearest station: Obama Station (10 min taxi)
Reservations: not required

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