A reminder that the Jidai Matsuri (Festival of Ages) will take place on Oct 22. Those in Kyoto at the time are advised to go early to Gosho (Former Imperial Park), where people mingle with participants before the procession begins. … Read the rest
The following is excerpted from a translation of the sixth chapter of Bruno Lewin s Aya und Hata Bevolkerungsgruppen Altjapans kontinentaler … Read the rest
World attention has been focussed on Japan these days for the rugby world cup, and in particular the stunning victory of underdogs Japan against the hapless world champions Ireland. The sport has awoken a sense of excitement in the country, … Read the rest
The procession begins at the Old Imperial Palace, and participants are dressed in Heian garb with a sprig of aoi or katsura leaves
At the beginning there’s a palpable sense of excitement.
A reminder that tomorrow
One of Kyoto’s Big Three Festivals is reaching its highpoint on Wednesday (May 15). The Aoi Festival, sponsored by the World Heritage shrines of Shimogamo and Kamigamo, is the city’s oldest. According to the ancient record Nihon Shoki, the … Read the rest
Regular readers of Green Shinto will know our proximity to the World Heritage site of Shimogamo Jinja, and that we’re always on the lookout for the new items that are regularly added to the shrine. So it was with great … Read the rest
Jidai Matsuri in Kyoto, Oct 22
Just a reminder that Oct 22 is a big day for Kyoto, with the Jidai Matsuri (Festival of Ages) taking place at noon. (The Kurama Hi Matsuri (Fire Festival) in the evening has been … Read the rest
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