Oct. 11, 2022 UPDATE
Kushi Matsuri (Comb Festival)
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A simple English language guide will be available.
Information
English
Languages spoken
Japanese only
PeriodThe 4th Monday of September, every year
Story & Recommendation
A festival to showcase traditional Japanese women’s hairstyles and clothing
This event showcases Japanese women’s hairstyles and clothing as they transformed from antiquity to present day. Women modeling a wide array of hairstyles and clothing will participate in a ceremony at Yasui Shrine, before forming a procession through the Gion district. The event concludes with a show inside the shrine. Come enjoy the intricate hairstyles and dazzling clothes of the women. Also feel free to take pictures of the event too.
The event is often crowded, so please be mindful of your surroundings.
Details
Event time
12:00 ~
Cancellations
Canceled due to rain
Price range
Credit cards
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Other
English website available.
Please be mindful of the people and cars around you when taking pictures. Also, please remain quiet during the ceremony.