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Celebrate Summer in Japan: Gion, Tenjin & Sumidagawa Festivals in July If you're planning a trip to Japan in July, get ready to experience summer like never before.This is the season when historic cities and riverbanks come alive wit...

Introduction If you're planning to visit Kyoto in July, there’s one event you can’t miss: Gion Matsuri. This legendary festival fills the city with traditional music, colorful lanterns, and massive wooden floats. It’s a month-long celebr...