Festival of The Ages
September 4, 2019 3:57 pmThe colorful, costume-filled Jidai Matsuri is one of Kyoto’s three largest festivals. It celebrates the city’s long history and fascinating […]
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Shinsenen Kyogen
September 4, 2019 3:53 pmIn this classic Japanese performance art, masked actors entertain the audience with their animated gestures. Wearing colorful costumes and accompanied […]
Kurama Fire Festival
September 4, 2019 3:51 pmIn this ancient ceremony, which first began as a ritual to greet the arrival of the deity of Yuki Shrine, […]
Hyakki Yagyo – Night Parade of 100 Demons
September 4, 2019 3:48 pmLegend has it that, once upon a time, 100 yokai (supernatural beings) paraded through the Taishogun shopping street. To commemorate […]
Seiryu-E – Dragon Parade
September 4, 2019 3:45 pmAccording to one of the legends of Kiyomizu Temple, a blue dragon (Seiryu), an incarnation of Kannon, flies to drink […]
Shitennoji Wasso
September 4, 2019 3:42 pmWasso is a spectacular carnival commemorating the cultural exchange between Japan and other Asian countries. One highlight is the grand […]
Yabusame Shinji – Horse Stunt Ceremony
September 4, 2019 3:38 pmIn this exciting religious event continued since the 15th century, dressed horses and riders perform stunts in front of Osaka […]
Sakai Festival
September 4, 2019 3:36 pmHeld annually since 1974, this festival has become one of the three biggest festivals of Sakai City. There is a […]
Kishiwada Danjiri Festival
September 4, 2019 3:31 pmIntricately carved danjiri (floats) are pulled at high speeds by teams of men around the narrow streets of the town. […]
Futon Daiko – Festival of Floating Drums
September 4, 2019 3:29 pmThe Futon Drum Festival is a popular autumn event held throughout Sakai City as well as other areas in Osaka […]