Visiting the foothills of the Gion Festival is so much fun if you look carefully!
Speaking of Gion Festival, the image of “Mt. However, you should also take a look at the “Mountain Pass”, where the mountains and mountain pass walk through the streets of Kyoto.
At the pre-July 17th festival, 23 groups, and at the 24th post-day festival, 10 mountain foothills slowly move through the center of Kyoto. An eggplant is played on the bowl, and a gentle and elegant tone sounds.
You can’t miss the “turning” that is done with the perfect breath
The best thing to do is turn around when you turn a corner called “turning”.Since the wheel attached to the foot cannot change direction, many people pull the rope at once.Although it is made slippery by laying a lot of bamboo under the wheel, it is not so easy because the large one weighs over 1 ton.
It’s not just a matter of taking the number of people, it’s important to match the timing of the person who takes the onset of “Yoite Sa”, the person who pulls along with the onset, and everyone.The audience feels nervous only at this time, but after the success, a great cheer arises!
Third corners of Shijo Kawaramachi, Kawaramachi Miike, and Shijo Shinmachi can be seen.This area is particularly crowded, so we recommend that you go early if you want to see it in front.
Praying mantis for a tea party…If you look carefully, the mountain foot cruise is very unique!
Many people imagine vibrant things such as dashing shouts and loud drum sounds.Although there is an eggplant, the first time to see the footsteps of the footsteps of the slow footsteps, there are also voices saying “There is no power” or “I do not know the highlight”.However, it is interesting to see many discoveries such as unique yam and dance by children.
Toyamayama is a must see at the foot of the mountain.A mantis is a mantis, and a large praying mantis doll on the mountain moves forward while moving, so it is very popular with small children.
Also, at Kikusuien, a tea ceremony will be shown during the tour.The people in the procession make tea at the timing when the procession stops due to the turning.Take out what you need, such as a kettle or teacup, from a large box called “Nyanjaya” that you carry while cruising, and you will be amazed at how you can make tea well.The
If you want to see the mountain pass, you can enjoy it by looking at the same spot for as long as possible and finding each individuality!
Kyoto under the hot sun is a keyword for enjoying “heat countermeasures”!
July Kyoto is hot! Moreover, since the foothills travel during the day, measures against heat and sunlight are essential.First of all, as a measure against heat, let’s change the inner under the yukata for summer.Having said that, you don’t have to bother buying items for kimono, but you can use a tank top or camisole with a cool feeling, moisture-absorbing quick-drying that you can buy at fast fashion shops.If it is a type with a cup, you can omit the kimono bra.
The moisture-absorbing and quick-drying material also reduces sweat discomfort.If it is a light-colored yukata, the inner will be transparent, so be sure to choose a beige color such as beige.
It is not recommended that you wear a towel without correction because you want to wear it as lightly as possible.Wearing your body with irregularities can cause it to collapse.
If you put a fan or fan in the belt, it will look cool.It is common to place it on the back if it is a fan, or on the front if it is a fan.Also, the sightseeing at the foot of the mountain is very crowded, so when you want to use a parasol, please consider the surroundings so that there is no danger.
Summary
Swimming the foot of the mountain along with the tone of “Konchikitin” is a very elegant and elegant Kyoto festival.The previous festival is particularly crowded, but you can enjoy it if you look carefully.
Usually, this time is around the end of the rainy season, so please check the weather forecast and be careful about the heat!
A writer living in Kansai. I like vintage fashion, and as an extension of it, enjoy kimono as everyday wear. I particularly like antique kimonos in the early Showa era where there are many bold colors. Because he was an editor / writer for Kyoto guidebooks and information magazines, he is also familiar with Kyoto\\\'s culture and gourmet.
