- Dates & time
- August 9, 2026 (Sun) 11:00〜14:00(受付10:30〜)
- Price & booking
- Free (advance registration required, max 100 participants) Advance registration required. Apply at: https://forms.gle/MaTtAiMwuF6c4KQ17
- Venue & access
- Nakayamadera Temple – Ema-do Hall About 3 min walk from Nakayama-Kannon Station (Hankyu Takarazuka Line)
There are 10 car parks within a 12-minute walk of Nakayamadera Temple – Ema-do Hall, and 4 public restrooms within 8 minutes. The map shows each with its walking time.
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Why You Should Visit
A hands-on art event for children held by the Takarazuka Junior Chamber of Commerce at historic Nakayamadera Temple. Participants press handprints onto a large cloth to create a giant rainbow of hope. A children's portable shrine procession (mikoshi) on the same day is also open to join.
NOTE
【Participants】Infants to elementary school children (0–12) and pregnant women
【Capacity】Max 100
Program
- Group handprint artwork creating a giant rainbow
- Commemorative photo in front of the completed rainbow
- Children's mikoshi procession following the Hoshi-kudari ceremony
【Supported by】Takarazuka City
※Held rain or shine
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