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Traditional Matsuri in Kyoto

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Dramatic fire festival at Kurama Temple in northern Kyoto.

Kyoto's Festival of Ages, a grand procession showcasing Japanese history.

Gion Matsuri: Kyoto's legendary month-long festival. Jul 1–31, 2026. Grand float processions on Jul 17 & 24. UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage.

One of Kyoto's three great festivals with a Heian-era imperial procession.

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