Gion Festival: Decadent and flamboyant, one of Japan’s top three festivals

2019年4月4日 Culture

Yasaka Jinja (Shrine) is located in the Gion district of Kyoto. In July, Kyoto is filled with the sound of music coming from the floats that are elaborately and decadently decorated. Multiple festivals take place in Kyoto for the entire month of July. The origin dates back 1100 years ago to the Heian Era. It…

Aoi Festival: Rooted in history, 1400 year old event

2019年4月4日 Culture

One of Kyoto’s three main festivals alongside the Gion Festival and Jidai Festival. This event is held at Shimogamo Jinja (Shrine) and Kamigamo Jinja (Shrine) on May 15th It began 1400 years ago as a national event during the Heian Era. At that time, when people used the word “festival” they meant this one. This…