8,000 Goma #63

Yakushi Nyorai 8,000-Stick Homa Final Rite

On June 7, 2026, from 8:00 JST, Byodoji Temple will conduct the final rite of the 13th Yakushi Nyorai 8,000-Stick Homa.

Yakihachisenmai-ku is a major Shingon Buddhist homa practice. From the opening rite to the final day, the practice builds through repeated rites and mantra recitation, and on the final day 8,000 homa sticks are offered into the fire. This 2026 rite is dedicated to Yakushi Nyorai, the Medicine Buddha, and follows 63 sessions that began on May 17.

From May 18 through the morning of May 31, three Yakushi rites are performed each day. From the afternoon of May 31 through the early morning of June 7, three-hour Yakushi homa rites continue. In the final week, 108,000 mantra recitations are completed. After the 3:00 early-morning homa on June 7, the rite proceeds to the final homa beginning at 8:00.

During this final rite, prayers entrusted by participants are offered before Yakushi Nyorai, including prayers for healing, physical well-being, cancer-related concerns, strong legs and back, safe daily life, and sincere wishes. Remote participation is available through the Byodoji Online live stream.

Schedule

• Sunday, June 7, 2026, 8:00-17:00 JST
• A Yakushi homa begins at 3:00 before the final rite.

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