The Taima-dera Neri Kuyō Eshiki (Welcoming Saints Parade Memorial Service) will also be held in the 7th year of Reiwa (2025)!

About the Taima-dera Neri Kuyō Eshiki

The Taima-dera Neri Kuyō Eshiki is a re-enactment of the legend of Princess Chūjō, who is said to have attained enlightenment in her living body at Taima-dera Temple. It is a representative spring event of Yamato (present-day Nara Prefecture), believed to have originated in the mid-Heian period.

Its official name is Shōju Raigō Nerikuyō Eshiki (聖衆来迎練供養会式), but it has been affectionately known by locals as “Neri Kuyō,” “Oneri,” and “Taima Renzo.”

Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan

• Its distinctive slow procession across a bridge.
• Its development in connection with local legends.

These aspects led to its designation as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan in the 6th year of Reiwa (2024).

Event Information

Date and Time:

Around 4:00 PM on Monday, April 14, 2025

Location:

Taima-dera Temple Precincts (1263 Taima, Katsuragi City, Nara Prefecture)

Access:

• Approximately a 15-minute walk from “Taimadera” Station on the Kintetsu Minami Osaka Line.
• Free temporary parking is available nearby (Nara Prefecture Taima Kenmin Undōjō).

* Please note that the number of parking spaces is limited, so we encourage you to use public transportation whenever possible.

On the day of the event, vehicle traffic will be prohibited on the section from the Taima-dera Intersection to the Niōmon Gate of Taima-dera Temple.

Other Important Notes:

For safety reasons, the use of camera tripods is not permitted.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.