Reflect on the passing year and welcome the new one at Kita Midō.

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Kita Mido, the iconic symbol of Hommachi, Osaka, will host its annual "Joya-no-Kane" (New Year's Eve Bell Ringing) and "Joyae" service this New Year's Eve.

Joyae (New Year's Eve Service): 11:00 PM –

This Buddhist service is an occasion to reflect on the past year and express our deep gratitude for the Buddha’s benevolence.
・Time: From 11:00 PM
・Location: Main Hall (4th Floor)
・Liturgy: Hanju-san (Hymn of the Presence of the Buddhas)
・Note: If you have Buddhist prayer beads (O-nenju), please bring them with you for the service.

Joya-no-Kane (New Year's Eve Bell Ringing): 11:45 PM –

The bell-ringing will begin at 11:45 PM, following the Joyae service (which starts at 11:00 PM). Numbered tickets for the bell-ringing will be distributed starting at 10:15 PM, prior to the service.
While this bell is not usually available to the public, everyone is welcome to participate in the New Year's Eve bell-ringing.
Even if you do not have a numbered ticket, you will still be able to ring the bell within the allotted time once those with tickets have finished.
We invite you to take this special opportunity to visit Kita Mido.

As we mark the 80th anniversary of the end of World War II and the 30th anniversary of the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake...

The bell of Kita Mido is a precious historical treasure. It was spared from being melted down under the wartime Metal Collection Order and miraculously survived the fires of the Great Osaka Air Raid that destroyed the surrounding buildings.

This year has been a significant milestone, marking 80 years since the end of World War II and 30 years since the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake. As we reflect on 2025 and look toward 2026, let us ring this "Bell of Peace" with a renewed prayer for a world without war and with the memories of the earthquake held deep in our hearts.

New Year's Eve Countdown Event!!

Just before the stroke of midnight, we will once again host our annual "Countdown Projection Mapping" on the steps in front of the Main Hall.
Please join us to welcome the dawn of the New Year, beautifully celebrated with a stunning display of light.

Admission is free. We invite you, your family, and friends to join us for this special occasion.
Access 4-1-3 Honmachi, Chuo-ku, Osaka 541-0053 Right outside Exit 2 of Honmachi Station (Osaka Metro Midosuji Line).
TEL: 06-6261-6796

Bicycle Parking Notice:
Please refrain from parking bicycles on the Midosuji sidewalk in front of the stairs.
A designated bicycle parking area is available on Bingo-machi Dori (on the north side of the temple).