🌾LITTLE NEW YEAR🙏
Before the New Year celebrations wrap up, there is one more observance to be made on January 15th.
Tōrin-in preserves the tradition of 'Koshōgatsu' (小正月 'Little New Year'), a once-popular ritual in rural areas, where people would pray for good harvests.
New year flower display at Torin-in (bamboo, pine and citrus are all considered auspicious symbols).
Torin-in has become well-known for its cookery classes. Behind the temple vegetables are grown for use in its cooking, and during the year special events are held so guests can enjoy meals here.
A spattering of snow on Torin-in, one of Myoshin-ji's many sub-temples.
A spread of special dishes celebrating 'Little New Year'.