Gion Matsuri 2025
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Gion Matsuri 2025｜One of Japan’s Three Great Festivals, Celebrated All July in Kyoto!
Overview
Gion Matsuri, one of Japan’s three major festivals, will be held in Kyoto from July 1 to 31, 2025.
Originating in the Jōgan era (859–877) as a ritual to ward off epidemics, the festival features a month-long series of traditional events.
The highlight of the festival is the Yamaboko Junko (Float Procession), held twice:
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July 17 for the Saki Matsuri (23 floats)
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July 24 for the Ato Matsuri (11 floats)
Event Information
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Dates: July 1 (Kippuiri) – July 31 (Eki Shrine Nagoshi-sai)
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Highlight Events: July 17 (Saki Matsuri), July 24 (Ato Matsuri) Float Processions
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Venue: Yasaka Shrine (Gion-sha), Kyoto
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