Introduction of The Festival
Yasurai Matsuri | Kyoto City・Kyoto Pref |
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Yasurai-bana
After a parade of parishioners holding Furyu-kasa (big umbrellas decorated with flowers), devils and children follow, dancing to the accompaniment of Japanese drums and gongs through the city. Yasurai-mai (Shinto dance with music) is performed in the precincts of the shrine.
Category |
Parade・Dance |
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Location(s) |
21 Murasakino Imamiyacho, Kita Ward, Kyoto City Imamiya Shrine |
Date(s) of Matsuri |
The second Sunday in April |
Contact |
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Access |
45 minutes bus ride from JR Kyoto Station to Funaokayama bus stop and seven minutes walk from the bus stop |
URL |
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Conservation Group |
Yasurai-odori Hozondantairenngoukai |
Note |
Important folk cultural assets designated by the National Government |