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The Takayama Matsuri (Takayama Festival)<\/a>, held twice a year in spring and autumn, is a magnificent event that symbolizes Takayama’s rich traditions and is counted among Japan\u2019s three most beautiful festivals. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Did you know that the spring and autumn festivals differ? The spring festival, also called the Sanno Matsuri<\/strong>, is associated with Hie Jinja (Hie Shrine) near the foot of Castle Mountain. Meanwhile, the autumn festival, known as the Hachiman Matsuri<\/strong>, is held at Sakurayama Hachimangu, located northeast of the Old Town. Both festivals feature different parade areas and distinct groups of festival floats, each offering a spectacular sight.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Even if your travel dates don\u2019t coincide with these festivals, you can still admire the intricately decorated floats and learn about their history at the Takayama Matsuri Yatai Kaikan<\/strong>, located within the grounds of Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

This museum permanently displays the authentic festival floats used during the autumn Takayama Festival. Eleven floats are shown in rotation, three times a year. These floats are not replicas; each float weighs around 2.5 tons, offering visitors a rare chance to see these impressive works of art up close!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t miss the large torii gate standing along the Miyagawa River on the approach to Sakurayama Hachimangu Shrine, too!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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