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Kitano Odori
March 6, 2019 6:03 pmEvery year the geiko and maiko from the local geisha districts assemble to put together a performance composed of three […]
Cherry Blossoms Public Viewing
March 6, 2019 6:01 pmVarious kinds of cherry blossoms are available for viewing in the courtyard. Located a few blocks west of the Imperial […]
Amagoi Rain Festival
March 6, 2019 3:27 pmTo pray for abundant rain and harvest, a rain ceremony and an offering are dedicated to Takaokaminokami, the god of […]
Sailing Hina Dolls
March 6, 2019 3:20 pmIn a ritual to pray for the wellbeing of children, hand-crafted paper Hina dolls placed on grass boats are released […]
Sake Festival
March 6, 2019 3:19 pmFushimi, a sake-brewing district, hosts an annual event celebrating delights of Japanese liquor. Visit 10 traditional sake breweries in the […]
Higashiyama Hanatouro Lantern Evening
March 6, 2019 3:17 pmThousands of lanterns decorate the five-kilometer walking path that leads to the foothills of Higashiyama Mountain. This walkway includes famous […]
Spring Doll Exhibition
March 6, 2019 3:15 pmBeautiful antique dolls that successive emperors sent their daughters in the samurai period will be on display. Hokyoji, also known […]
Semba Hina Dolls Exhibition
March 6, 2019 3:12 pmSemba originated as Osaka’s main business district in the Edo period and continued as the prime commercial area for centuries. […]
Plum Bonsai and Sword Exhibition
March 6, 2019 3:11 pmAn exhibition combining samurai swords and miniature plum trees are on exhibit. Different swords will be displayed between the first […]