The Jidai Matsuri (時代祭 'Festival of the Ages') is 1 of Kyōto's '3 Great Festivals', along with the Aoi Matsuri (葵祭) in May and the Gion Matsuri (祇園祭) in July.
Gion Matsuri 2025🏮
The Tsukihoko float is the largest and heaviest of all the floats. It joined the procession on July 17, 2025.
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Gion Matsuri 2025 in Kyoto — Naginata-hoko Float🏮
This is the only float that carries the Chigo (sacred child), who plays an important spiritual role in the festival. As a divine messenger, the Chigo does not walk on the ground during the festival.
📍Shijo Street in Kyoto