Aki-moide Autumn Ritual
秋詣
Experience a special autumn at Kawagoe Kumano Jinja. Seek good fortune through traditional rituals like the Yatagarasu Bell Ring Walk.
Schedule
September 20, 2026 – November 3, 2026
Aki-moide is a special seasonal event held at Kawagoe Kumano Jinja, a shrine renowned for bringing good luck, matchmaking, and protection from misfortune.
Highlights
About Aki-moide Autumn Ritual
- For Good Fortune: The seasonal rituals like the Yatagarasu Bell Ring Walk offer a wonderful chance to step away from daily life and find inner peace.
- Goshuin Collection: Collecting the five seasonal Goshuin is a great way to enjoy your shrine visits, with special rewards like the Shichifukujin Wallet.
- Cultural Exploration: Explore the shrine grounds to find spots like the money-washing pond and health paths to experience traditional Japanese spiritual culture firsthand.
Weather forecast
Wed
9/16
22°/20°
100%
Thu
9/17
24°/19°
100%
Fri
9/18
24°/19°
37%
Sat
9/19
24°/20°
77%
Sun
9/20
26°/22°
80%
Mon
9/21
24°/22°
81%
Tue
9/22
29°/23°
37%
Tips
Parking
No dedicated parking available. Use nearby paid parking lots. A subsidy may be available for those performing formal prayers.
Goshuin
Collecting all five seasonal Goshuin can earn you a special Shichifukujin Wallet.
Footwear
Comfortable walking shoes are recommended for the shrine grounds.
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