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There are two main traditions marking the beginning of the new year in Hiroshima. Hatsumōde is the first visit of the year to a shrine and takes place throughout Japan. Later in the month is the Tondo Festival, which is just in Hiroshima.

Hatsumōde

The first visit of the year to a shrine or temple is an important Japanese tradition, usually taking place in the first three days of the new year. Around 80% of Japanese people follow this tradition. …