Memorial service is for Emperor Shomu, who passed away on May 2^nd in 756 will be held. 

Please refer to here regarding this memorial service.

8:00 – 11:30  Memorial Service for Emperor Shomu at Tenno-den

13:00   A procession by monks and children

　　　(From Nara Kasugano International Forum IRAKA to the Great Buddha Hall)

13:30  Memorial Service for Emperor Shomu at the Great Buddha Hall

Precincts Map is here.

<A special stage at Kagami-ike pond>

※In case of rain, the special performance will be held at Kinsho Hall in Todaiji Culture Center.

13:30  The traditional Japanese court music and dance Gagaku

15:00  Noh play

Please note that all day long on May 2^nd, the worshiping route will be changed at the Great Buddha Hall.  The Great Buddha cannot be worshiped from the front.