So here it is – the culmination of many months of preparation, and many centuries of tradition. The Gion Matsuri Grand Parade on a gloriously sunny day in Kyoto…
2-3 storeys up and not a safety harness in sight…
Now that’s what I call teamwork!
This little fella needs a break from the scorching heat!
This boat-shaped float was my favourite – hard to believe that it has run on the same set of wheels for hundreds of years
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See the other Gion Matsuri festival posts here: The quiet moment before the crowds come / Night time festival magic
