Kiyomizudera Temple

According to one of the legends of Kiyomizu Temple, a blue dragon (seiryu), an incarnation of kannon or the Goddess of Mercy, flies to drink from the waterfall every night. At this event, with an 18-meter-long figure of the blue dragon leading the way, a variety of performers featuring elaborate costumes parade through the grounds and the surrounding temple town, praying for peace and expelling bad luck. This year the route and time of the parade may change due to health and safety concerns.