Kemari – Japanese Medieval Ball Game
December 22, 2017 6:28 pmAn elegant ball game that was popular among court people in the olden days will be played. Wearing traditional kimono, […]
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Doyadoya – Buddhist Good Luck Ceremony
December 22, 2017 6:25 pmIn this fascinating festival held at Shitennoji Temple, hundreds of semi-naked men scramble to get their hands on religious objects […]
Toka Ebisu Festival
December 22, 2017 6:22 pmThe Toka Ebisu festival is held all around Kansai, but no place does it bigger and better than Imamiya Ebisu […]
Dezome-Shiki – Himeji Fire Brigade’s New Year Show
December 22, 2017 5:22 pmIn this annual New Year spectacle, Himeji firefighters show off their skills performing thrilling stunts and balancing on bamboo ladders. […]
Laughter Ritual
December 4, 2017 12:59 pmLaugh your head off for a good start to the New Year! Enjoy the company of Mr. Suzufuri who will […]
Demon Defying Ceremony
December 4, 2017 12:57 pmFierce oni (demons or ogres) will frighten onlookers until Buddhist monks conquer these evil spirits. This is an annual religious […]
Himeji Robo-Challenge
December 4, 2017 12:55 pmAt this popular bipedal robot contest, humanoid robots will compete against one another in both timed races and one-on-one fights. […]
Kobe Luminarie
December 4, 2017 12:52 pmA fantastic Italian-style illumination event in the heart of Kobe. This year, the light show will be even brighter with […]
Lantern Fair
December 4, 2017 12:50 pmEnjoy an exotic evening out in Chinatown in Kobe. Colorful Chinese lanterns illuminate the streets throughout the town.
Christmas Flower Show 2017
December 4, 2017 12:47 pmEnjoy the festive season in the botanical garden with a Scandinavian-style floral display. Pop music will be performed at the […]