Hojo Setsubun Festival
A traditional seasonal festival bringing spring to Hojo with eastern and western mikoshi and floats
Explore Japanese festivals matching Kagura and traditional performing arts. Find dates, highlights and travel information for your visit. Page 22.
A traditional seasonal festival bringing spring to Hojo with eastern and western mikoshi and floats
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Classical Kagura and Okina performances passed down in Isshiki
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