Immerse yourself in the culture and history of Japan by experiencing their vibrant matsuris (festivals)
ADVERTISEMENTS
Taking place throughout July, Gion Matsuri is Kyoto’s biggest annual matsuri. As the festival of Yasaka Shrine, the month-long event is centered on a collection of 32 magnificent parade floats known collectively as “yamaboko” (strong man of Yamato), each one requiring more than a dozen people to pull. Visitors can dress in traditional yukata (light cotton kimono) and enjoy festival snacks.
Shijo Karasumae Area, Kyoto, Japan
The print version of this article appeared in the WEEKENDER Travellers' Choice 2017 catalogue. To find out which travel brands our readers voted as the top, visit weekender.com.sg/travellerschoice.
ADVERTISEMENTS
Leave a Reply