Takatori Tosamachinami and Surroundings, Nara

Come and see this annual spectacle celebrating the history of the town and its castle. Preserving only the ruins of the fortress, it is reputed to be one of the three best mountain-top castles in Japan until today. The town will be covered in autumnal foliage, and a number of samurai-period attractions will be put on for visitors. There will be a matchlock gun demonstration, sword-drawing practice, and swordplay demonstrations. A samurai parade with armour-clad warriors and ladies in traditional costumes will move through the neighborhood. There will be traditional dance performances and a market.