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Hatsumode New Year’s Blessings @ Soto Mission of SF Sokoji Temple

  • Soto Mission of SF Sokoji Temple 1691 Laguna Street San Francisco, CA, 94115 United States (map)

The Tradition of Hatsumode
Hatsumode is the first temple or shrine visit of the new year, a cherished Japanese tradition where people express gratitude for the past year and pray for health, peace, and prosperity in the year ahead. This practice offers a moment of reflection and renewal, making it a meaningful start to the new year for many.

New Year’s Blessings at Sokoji
At Sokoji, we warmly welcome you to join us for our special New Year’s Blessings and Hatsumode.

  • January 1

    • 11:00 AM: New Year’s Prayer Ceremony for temple members

    • 12:00 PM: Open for the public.

    • 1:00 PM: New Year’s Prayer Ceremony for the general public

  • January 2 and 3

    • The temple will be open to the public for Hatsumode from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

    • Prayer Ceremony will be held at 1:00 PM for general public.

  • Omamori, prayer tablets, and omikuji: Various lucky charms and blessings for the new year will be available for purchase.

Start the new year with prayer and hope at Sokoji. We warmly invite you, your family, and your friends to join us for this meaningful occasion.
We look forward to your visit!

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