2027 Che Tai Sui (Pacifying Tai Sui) Complete Guide: Timing, Process, Offerings and Taboos Explained
# 2027 Che Tai Sui (Pacifying Tai Sui) Complete Guide: Timing, Process, Offerings and Taboos Explained
"Che Tai Sui" means visiting a temple at the start of the new year to worship the presiding Tai Sui (Grand Jupiter) deity of the year, praying for peace, smooth fortune and the resolution of obstacles — a widely practised tradition in Hong Kong. For the Ding Wei year of 2027, Che Tai Sui can begin after Licun (Start of Spring, around February 4, 2027); the safest window is the first lunar month — Lunar New Year's Day of 2027 falls on February 6, so the entire first lunar month (roughly February 6 to early March) is peak season. The earlier you go, the better — and the less crowded.
1. Timing: Key Dates for 2027
1. The Licun boundary
Tai Sui changes with Licun. The 2027 Ding Wei year's Licun falls around February 4 (exact timing follows the year's almanac). Strictly speaking, once Licun passes, the Ding Wei Tai Sui has assumed its "term of office" and Che Tai Sui may begin.
2. Best window: the first lunar month
Tradition treats the first lunar month as the golden period:
| Period | Gregorian equivalent | Notes |
| After Licun | February 4 – February 5 | Strict almanac school |
| From Lunar New Year's Day | Starting February 6 | Most common and popular choice |
| Before the 15th of the first lunar month | Until around March | Traditional window; earlier is better |
| After the first lunar month | — | Still possible as a late visit, but go as early as you can |
3. Time of day
Visit during daylight if possible — mornings are ideal. Avoid the busiest temple days (the 1st and 15th of the lunar month) and weekend peaks for a much more comfortable experience.
4. Who needs Che Tai Sui?
Every year certain zodiac signs clash with Tai Sui and are advised to perform the ritual and pray for protection. For the specific zodiac signs affected in the 2027 Ding Wei year, please follow temple announcements and upcoming ASKROA articles — this guide focuses on the process itself.
2. Preparation: What to Buy Before You Go
Most items are available at the temple's incense counter — just say you're there for "Che Tai Sui" and staff will assemble the set for you:
- Tai Sui garment (Tai Sui Yi): ritual paper inscribed with your name, date of birth and address — the core offering
- Sau Kam (longevity gold paper): standard gold offering paper for worshipping Tai Sui
- Incense and candles: typically three sticks per hall; follow the temple's portions
- Fruit: round fruits such as oranges and apples, symbolising completeness; odd numbers are preferred
- A pen: for filling in the Tai Sui garment and blessing papers — bringing one saves a lot of hassle
Also bring: your own name, date of birth and address (you can note them on your phone in advance) — you'll need them when making your declaration during worship.
3. The Complete Process
Step 1: Worship the main deity
Upon entering, first worship the temple's main deity (Wong Tai Sin, Che Kung, etc.), light incense, state your name and date of birth, and declare: "I have come today to perform Che Tai Sui and humbly ask for your blessing."
Step 2: Worship the Tai Sui of the year
Proceed to the Tai Sui hall and offer incense to the presiding Tai Sui of the 2027 Ding Wei year. Place the Tai Sui garment and sincerely declare: "I, [name], born on [date of birth], residing at [address], have come in the 2027 Ding Wei year to perform Che Tai Sui, humbly asking the Tai Sui deity for a year of peace, good health and smooth endeavours."
Step 3: Worship your natal Tai Sui
Next, offer incense to the natal Tai Sui of your birth year. Tai Sui halls typically house all sixty Tai Sui deities — find the one corresponding to your birth year (temple staff can help if you're unsure).
Step 4: Burn the offerings
Take the Tai Sui garment, Sau Kam and other papers to the burning furnace and burn them, queuing according to the temple's instructions.
Step 5: Request a Tai Sui talisman
After the burning, you may request a Tai Sui talisman. Keep it somewhere clean and elevated at home (a wallet, bedside table, or near the household shrine) and carry or enshrine it for the year. Remember: you must return the Tai Sui at year's end (see our "2026 Huan Tai Sui Complete Guide" — the same logic applies every year).
4. Major Hong Kong Temples
| Temple | Features | Opening hours |
| Sik Sik Yuen Wong Tai Sin Temple | Complete Tai Sui hall and clear procedures; the most popular choice | Per temple announcements |
| Yuen Yuen Institute (Tsuen Wan) | Serene setting with a Tai Sui hall and full facilities | Per temple announcements |
| Che Kung Temple (Sha Tin) | Thriving incense worship; especially lively during the New Year | Per temple announcements |
Tip: the 1st to 15th of the first lunar month is peak season, and Wong Tai Sin Temple can get extremely crowded. For a quieter visit, choose a weekday morning within the first lunar month.
5. Taboos and Precautions
- Dress modestly: avoid tank tops, shorts and slippers as a sign of respect
- No loud talking or playing around: keep quiet inside the temple and silence your phone
- Don't reverse the worship order: main deity first, then Tai Sui — following the temple's guidance is safest
- Avoid pears and bananas as fruit offerings: traditionally inauspicious; oranges and apples are the safest choices
- Pregnant women and the seriously ill: traditionally, family members may worship on their behalf, stating the relationship during the declaration
- Don't criticise how others worship: every household has its own way — respect comes first
- Keep the Tai Sui talisman safe: don't fold or soil it, and remember to return the Tai Sui at year's end
6. Conclusion: Prepare Early, Face the Year with Calm
Che Tai Sui isn't about fear — it's a gesture of care and blessing for the new year. Spend one morning, gather the offerings, follow the process, and secure a year of peace of mind for yourself and your family. The 2027 Ding Wei year is approaching; those who plan early always live more steadily.
Two things you can do now: first, save this guide and follow it when the first lunar month arrives; second, follow ASKROA's latest articles — we'll keep updating 2027 Che Tai Sui information and everything you need to prepare for each important moment with ease.
> 📌 ASKROA reminder: temple procedures may vary — before setting out, please check the latest announcements from Wong Tai Sin Temple, Yuen Yuen Institute, Che Kung Temple and other temples.
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