Kusatsu Illumination Street
October 27, 2017 11:27 amHandmade lights will shed a soft glow on the historic street all through the 1.5km from the station. There will […]
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Heijokyo Tenpho Sai – Ancient Capital Heijokyo Festival
October 27, 2017 11:26 amThe Heijokyo Tempho Sai is a wonderful visual spectacle. Majestic ceremonies from the ancient court life will be re-enacted.
Autumn Kemari Ball Game
October 27, 2017 11:24 amWearing bright kimono, performers kick and pass the ball in a graceful manner. This classical ball game is held at […]
November Festival
October 27, 2017 11:22 amOne of the largest religious festivals in Himeji. A purification ritual held in the sea, demonstrations of martial arts, a […]
Kimono Festival
October 27, 2017 11:20 amSpend a day in a scenic old town, wearing kimono. There will be a variety of attractions to take part […]
Miki Metal Goods Festival
October 27, 2017 11:17 amA huge metal goods market, which attracts over 100,000 visitors every year. A demonstration of traditional Japanese blacksmiths, a farmers’ […]
Himeji Confectionery Festival
October 27, 2017 11:14 amIt is an exhibition and sale of Japanese and Western confectionery in Hyogo prefecture. A showcase of art crafts made […]
Arashiyama Scarlet Maple Festival
October 27, 2017 11:13 amAgainst the backdrop of autumnal Mt Arashiyama, Japanese performing arts are on display in boats sailing in the Oi River. […]
Memorial Service for Isamu Yoshii
October 27, 2017 11:10 amGeisha and maiko (apprentice geisha) perform the ceremony to commemorate Isamu Yoshii, a play writer who adored and was inspired […]
2017 Nishijin Kimono Garden Party
October 26, 2017 6:11 pmA campaign for encouraging people to wear kimono. Enjoy a kimono contest, a tea ceremony served by geishas, a market […]