Around Japan Magazine

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GION MATSURI Gion Matsuri is a one of the most famous festivals in Japan. It takes place during the entire month of July, but the highlight is the grand procession of floats called “Yamaboko Junko� on the 17th and 24th. It takes place on the Kawaramachi and Oike Street of Kyoto.

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