Memorial service is for Emperor Shomu, who passed away on May 2nd in 756 will be held.
Please refer to here regarding this memorial service.
8:00 Memorial Service for Emperor Shomu at Tenno-den
13:00 A procession by monks and children
(From Nara Kasugano International Forum IRAKA to the Great Buddha Hall)
13:20 Memorial Service for Emperor Shomu at the Great Buddha Hall
★Please note that all day long on May 2nd, the worshiping route will be changed at the Great Buddha Hall. The Great Buddha cannot be worshiped from the front.
<A special stage at Kagami-ike pond>
※In case of rain, the special performance will be held at Kinsho Hall in Todaiji Culture Center.
13:00 The traditional Japanese court music and dance Gagaku
15:00 Noh play
