Gion Matsuri 2024: The Ultimate Guide to Kyoto’s Biggest Festival
The sound of festival music fills the Kyoto air, and massive, ornate floats prepare to parade through the historic streets.
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Behind the Scenes of the Gion Matsuri: Kyoto’s Most Famous Festival
The Gion Matsuri, Kyoto’s representative summer festival, was introduced on this blog. But who prepares for the Gion Matsuri, how
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Top 10 Must-See Festivals in Japan You Shouldn’t Miss
Although Japan’s modern features are certainly alluring to tourists, it’s equally crucial to immerse oneself in the country’s traditional culture.
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Gion Matsuri: A Festival Preserving 1,100 Years of Kyoto’s History
What is Gion Matsuri? Gion Matsuri is a festival that began approximately 1,100 years ago in Kyoto, Japan’s former capital.
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