Kyoto Kamigamo Shrine Giant Ema to welcome New Year's worshipers December 9th 14:59

In preparation for the New Year at the Kyoto World Heritage Site, Kamigamo Shrine, a large votive picture depicting "Nezumi" was presented next year.

In December, every year, Kamigamo Shrine, Kita-ku, Kyoto, welcomes visitors to the New Year.

On the 9th, six people including shrine officials gathered in the shrine, which is also designated as an important cultural property of the country. When the white cloth next to the entrance is removed, two ema horses of about 2 meters in height and 1 meter in width are obtained. Appeared.

Each ema has a white mouse, a big bell, and the Kamigamo Shrine coat of arms Futaba eagle, which expresses the desire to attract more happiness.

“Takeshi Teraoka, a Japanese painter in Osaka City, who painted Ema, said,“ Next year ’s Noto's “Nezumi” also means good child-rearing, so next year it ’s going to be a bright year where many children grow up. "

This ema will be held until December of next year.