In May 2026, the incorporation of 'coin memorial services' into annual temple events accelerated sharply across Japan. The number of temples accepting soul-imbuing and fire-offering rituals for old coins and banknotes more than doubled year-on-year. Visits by general worshippers bringing old coins surged, and collaborations with coin museums and dealers increased. The movement—where faith and collecting culture intersect—is drawing attention from inside and outside the industry.
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May 2026: Coin Memorial Culture Expands at Major Temples Nationwide — Soul-Imbuing and Fire Offering Rituals for Old Coins Double Year-on-Year
Source: ittendou編集部|Published: May 23, 202611d ago
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