Memorial service for glasses in western Japan

Memorial service for glasses in western Japan

A memorial service for eyeglasses is held at Ichibata temple in Izumo, Shimane Prefecture, on Nov. 8, 2018. Around 200 pairs of spectacles were collected for the service at the temple, where people come to pray for relief from eye problems. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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