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Gion Festival

Coming July, The Gion Matsuri (Festival) will be held in centre of Kyoto.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gion_Matsuri

There will be a portable shrine called "Yama Hoko" will be displayed in the streets of central area. These will parade around the city in JULY 17th.

Couple days before that, the streets will be blocked and have lots of street shops.

During this season many many people come and see this festival.

Our booking is getting full as well so be quick for the reservation!!

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