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.
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Gion Matsuri main events calendar
Detailed calendar of the main events of the Gion Matsuri.
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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...
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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.
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