Shichigosan Children’s Festival

Saturdays & Sundays, October 21 – November 18:
Shichigosan Children’s Festival.  Shichigosan is a traditional Japanese celebration for 3, 5 and 7 year olds. $65 donation includes, blessing, Chitose-ame candy, and goody bag.  Complimentary kimono rental and dressing is offered in hopes of perpetuating a tradition that is spiritually enriching and culturally exciting. Hawai`i Kotohira Jinsha – Hawai`i Dazaifu Tenmangu, 1239 Olomea St., Honolulu.  9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. For reservations and information visit www.e-shrine.org.