Female, 40s

I came with an acquaintance who invited me.
I made an offering to my ancestors and prayed for my family’s safety.
I had known about Agon Shu for a long time, from broadcasts and such on TV.
It doesn’t matter what sect you’re from here, so I decided to give it a try.

Female, 50s

I came on a bus tour from Ehime Prefecture.
I was really moved by the power of the goma fires.
I prayed for the health of everyone in my family.

Exchange students from America and Italy, 20s

We came because we saw an announcement for Hoshi Matsuri a few days ago on Facebook.
It’s our first time at Hoshi Matsuri, of course.
The goma fires were just amazing.

Male, 30s

I had already known about Agon Shu’s Hoshi Matsuri from TV commercials.
I'd always wanted to attend, and I finally managed to this year.
In front of the magnificent, dynamic fires blazing up from the great goma-dan pyres, I prayed for physical health.
I’d like to visit again next year.

Female, 20s

I was invited by a friend, and it’s my first time here.
With all the different power spots, it was a lot of fun.
I was really moved to see the huge fires for the first time.
I prayed for recovery from illness for my mother, who wasn’t able to join us.