Kyoto in May 2027 — Festivals & Events

Name: Aoi Matsuri (Kyoto)
Start: 2027-05-15
End: 2027-05-15
Location: Kyoto, Kyoto

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Aoi Matsuri (Kyoto)

May 15

One of Kyoto's three great festivals, dating to the 6th century. A 500-strong Heian-era procession in imperial court dress walks 8 km from the Imperial Palace to Kamigamo Shrine through the streets.

Access: Imadegawa Station (Karasuma Line) for start; Kamigamo Shrine by bus

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