Kichijoji, Kishiwada Danjiri, Jidai Matsuri and Chichibu Yomatsuri: autumn festivals in Japan

4 min In Japan, traditional festivals, or matsuri, are a vital part of culture and community life. Rooted in centuries of history, these events celebrate the seasons, nature and the Shinto gods. Each season has its own distinctive festivals, and autumn is no different, offering an extraordinary combination of colors, traditions and festivities. As autumn […]