Kyoto in July 2027 — Festivals & Events

Name: Gion Matsuri
Start: 2027-07-01
End: 2027-07-31
Location: Kyoto, Kyoto

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Gion Matsuri

All of July (main parade July 17 & 24)

Japan's most famous festival, dating back to 869 AD. Massive decorated floats (yamaboko) parade through Kyoto's streets. The Yoiyama evenings are magical with paper lanterns.

Access: Karasuma-Oike Station (Kyoto Municipal Subway)

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