Gion Matsuri

Yamaboko floats related to japanese tea

Quick introduction of Yamaboko floats that are known for their relation with the tea tradition in Kyoto.

Gion Matsuri main events calendar

Detailed calendar of the main events of the Gion Matsuri.

About Gion Matsuri

Gion Matsuri is a Shinto ritual of Yasaka Shrine with a tradition of more than 1150 years. It was first conducted as part of a purification ritual called “Gion Goryo-e” to fight off the epidemic th...

Chikiriya and the neighboring float "Takayama"

The history of the "Takayama" float, the float of the Koromonotanacho area, where Chikiriya's head office is located.