Updated at 1:59 p.m., Friday, July 6, 2007
Kalihi Shinto temple hosts Chinowa Kuguri ritual
News Release
For centuries, the Japanese have observed the religious tradition of Chinowa Kuguri by stepping through a chinowa, a large ring made of reeds to rejuvenate the vital force that heals and to energize the physical, emotional and spiritual life force for the second half of the year. It is considered Japan's oldest religious tradition.Jinsha - Hawaii Dazaifu Tenmangu is hosting what it believes to be the first and only Chinowa Kuguri ritual to be conducted outside of Japan.
The Chinowa ring will be specially crafted with ti leaves for its cultural and historical significance to Hawai'i.
The public is invited to Jinsha - Hawaii Dazaifu Tenmangu for the Chinowa event from 4 to 9 p.m. on Saturday, July 7.
Reservations are not required.
Traditional Japanese summer games and the opportunity to make your own Tanabata Star Festival Sasa (bamboo decoration) will also be available at the Shinto temple, 1239 Olomea St., Kalihi.
There will be free parking at Damien Memorial High School, with complimentary shuttle service.
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