Immerse yourself in the culture and history of Japan by experiencing their vibrant matsuris (festivals)
8. Hakata Gion Yamakasa
Held annually in early July, Hakata Gion Yamakasa features a time trial race in the early hours of 15 July. In the race, seven neighborhoods of Fukuoka’s Hakata district compete in pushing beautifully decorated festival floats along a gruelling five kilometre long course through the city.
Hakata Station, Fukuoka, Japan
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