Goma Ritual

Goma, or homa in Sanskrit, means to burn. This ceremony represents the burning of bonnou, which is the source of suffering, by Buddha’s fire of wisdom.

For the Goma Ritual, a platform is set up with various offerings in front of the Fudō Myō-ō. Then, a special firewood named Goma-ki is burnt down, and mantras are chanted in Mikkyō’s characteristic prayers.

The Goma fire is the symbol of wisdom, and the firewood represents bonnou (the source of suffering).  Through the Goma Ritual, the bonnnou represented by firewood is burned down by Fudō Myō-ō’s fire of wisdom, and along with the believers, their wishes are purified while they pray for their fulfillment.

 

The Goma Ritual fees

kinds（㎝）	The Goma Ritual fees	Shipping cost for one unit
Large Daigoma Ritual (58cm)	¥30,000~	¥1,500
Medium Chugoma Ritual (52cm)	¥15,000	¥1,500
Goma Ritual (45cm)	¥7,000	¥1,500
Goma Ritual (37cm)	¥5,000	¥1,500
Kaichusatsu	¥5,000	¥500
Prayer for traffic safety	¥5,000	¥500

Road safety prayer

Takahata Fudoson is also called “Mountain of Prayer for Traffic Safety” and is full of colorful vehicles and many drivers every day. Please apply for traffic safety prayers. I would like to pray for everyone’s safety every day with my heart.

The traffic safety prayer is accepted on the day, so please accept it about 10 minutes in advance. Apply at the traffic safety prayer reception desk.

Please check the timetable for traffic safety prayer on this page.

If you need a personal traffic safety prayer application form, please contact Takahata Fudoson Kongo-ji Temple.

Goshuin (Temple/Shrine Seal)

Goshuin Office

Originally, goshuin (temple seals) were issued as proof of the dedication of a sutra, but today they are granted as a record of one’s visit to the temple. They are available at the sutra dedication counter (seal issuance counter) located within the temple office in the basement of the five-story pagoda.

It is number 14 on the temple grounds guide page.

Reception Hours

9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

*Please note that we may be unable to accept requests due to memorial services or other events. We ask that you submit requests for each type separately.

Goshuin-cho (Shrine and Temple Seal Book)

1,500 yen each
Floral pattern (cherry blossom pink), floral pattern (light blue), Fudo-do Hall & Five-story Pagoda (navy blue), Roaring Dragon (navy blue)

　

Information on Shichi-Go-San and Newborn Blessings

Shichi-Go-San prayers for your child’s health are held daily throughout October and November, while prayers for newborns are conducted year-round.

*Shichi-Go-San prayer services can be performed outside the October–November period upon request; they will be conducted during the scheduled Goma fire ritual.

Duration of your spiritual practice

It follows the schedule of the Goma fire ritual.

Please check the schedule for the Goma ritual on this page.

Prayer Offering

Offering of 5,000 yen or more (including the banknote and offering fee). *Inside the hall, please have children sit at the front-center, with family members seated behind them.

　

Funeral Hall

Kannon-in Branch Temple

The “Betsuin Kannon-in” at Takahata Fudo is a funeral venue where standard funeral services can be held.

Please contact us regarding use of the service. (Phone: 042-591-8871)

equipment	Reception (no tent required)
	Elevator
	Restroom for people with physical disabilities
	Coin lockers, public phones
	Facilities such as a parking lot (using the Takahatasan No. 2 Parking Lot) are available.

　

Important Information

Please exercise due caution, as we cannot accept liability for accidents, theft, or similar incidents in the parking lot.

Please refrain from bringing in outside food or drinks.

Please exercise great caution regarding damage to the building and equipment, as well as potential fire hazards.