A memorial service to celebrate the birthday of the Buddha. It is also referred to as a flower festival, and is held in the hall under the participation of many monks. When the Buddha was born, it was said that the rain of sweet dew poured from heaven and purified its body. After this, the custom of putting sweet tea on the statue of the Buddha (the birth Buddha) remains. In the precinct on the day, sweet tea is served free of charge. Image courtesy of Kenchōji Temple