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Cucumber Blessing | Traditional Ritual Praying for Summer Health and Well-being【Byodoji Temple Online】
https://byodoji.online/ritual/kyuri
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Prayer for Protection from Misfortune Passed Down from Kobo Daishi
Cucumber blessing is a traditional Japanese prayer ritual that uses cucumbers as substitutes to ward off illness and disasters.
It is said to have been started by Kobo Daishi Kukai during the Heian period to save people from epidemics.
Why "Cucumber"?
・Its shape resembles the human body, serving as a substitute
・The vitality of summer vegetables helps overcome the heat
・"Kyu" sounds like "urgent," removing sudden disasters
Recommended for those who:
・Are concerned about summer health management
・Want to pray for family health
・Wish for protection from misfortune and good luck
・Seek peace of mind
Byodoji Temple Online Cucumber Blessing
【Date】Sunday, July 26, Reiwa 8 (2026)
【Prayer Fee】1,000 yen
【Participation Method】Online (can participate from home)
Even those living far away or having difficulty going out can participate in authentic blessing prayers from home.
Monks will read each participant's name aloud and pray with sincere hearts.
▼Details here
https://byodoji.online/ritual/kyuri
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List of grants
Only the sacred items you can receive with this service are listed here. If an item interests you, see its details page for its origin and offering.
Amulet-fivecolor
This is an amulet for establishing a bond with Yakushi Nyorai, the principal deity of Byōdō Temple. We pray for the healing of illnesses and the fulfillment of wishes and harmony.
Omamori-Cure Cancer
Heihei-ji is popular among pilgrims all over the country as a temple with healthy legs and cancer. This amulet wishes for cancer control and healing.
Healthy legs and lower back straw sandal amulet
This is a small straw sandal-shaped amulet made from rice straw harvested by monks who personally plant and harvest rice by hand.
Eighty-eight amulets
The "Hachijuhachi Mamori" is a blessed item made by combining eight straw knots shaped like the number 8. It was named in honor of those who make the pilgrimage to the 88 temples of Shikoku, wishing for their strong legs and safe driving. We pray for healthy legs and hips, and traffic safety.
Amulet - Dispelling Misfortunes - Blue
Apotropaic magic, profit increase and life extension
Amulet - Lifetime Great Fortune - Sky Blue
Amulet Daikichi for a lifetime Light blue
Amulet - Lifetime Great Fortune - Mustard Color
This is a mustard-colored "Lifetime Great Luck" amulet.
Amulet - Lifetime Great Fortune - Red
This is a red "Isshō Daikichi" amulet.
Amulet - Lifetime Great Fortune - Pink
This is a pink "Ichishō Daikichi" charm.
Amulet – Healing from Illness – Sky Blue
The chief priest prays for your healing of your illness and peace of mind and body.
Amulet - Healing from Illness - Pink
This is a pink amulet for healing from illness and maintaining peace of mind and body.
Amulet – Great Fortune for Life – Blue
This is a blue "Ikkō Daikichi" amulet.
Special Kifuda 30cm
This is a special 30cm wooden tag. Please select a color.
Special Kifuda 24cm
This is a special 24cm wooden tag. Please select a color.
Sp. Large Kifuda 45cm
This is a special wooden plaque of 45cm. Please select a color.
Sp. Ex. Large Kifuda 60cm
This is a special wooden plaque of 60cm. Please select a color.
Special Kifuda 30cm
This is a special 30cm wooden tag. Please select a color.
Special Kifuda 24cm
This is a special 24cm wooden tag. Please select a color.
Sp. Large Kifuda 45cm
This is a special wooden plaque of 45cm. Please select a color.
Sp. Ex. Large Kifuda 60cm
This is a special wooden plaque of 60cm. Please select a color.
Crystal bracelet japamala
A bracelet made of crystal. A little heavy
Five-colored bangle japamala
This is a five-color wrist mala beads. It is composed of white oak as the center, with red agate, white agate, blue sodalite, yellow onyx, and black onyx.
Crystal Rosary Beads (3.3 inches)
This is a 108-bead mala made of crystal. It features 6mm beads and is designed for women.
White Oak Rosary
White oak rosary
Crystal Honren Nenenju (13 sun)
A 108-bead rosary made of crystal. 50cm length with 7mm beads, unisex.
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