Legend has it that the Kannon of Kiyomizu-dera Temple transforms into a blue dragon and drinks from the waterfalls at night, so this event is held to honor the Yasha Goddess, and to pray for the people who come to worship. 
The dancing blue dragon parades from Okuno to the cobblestone streets around Kiyomizu-dera Temple. The blue dragon is believed to be one of the four great gods that protect the city of Kyoto. In addition to the blue dragon, there are men dressed in traditional samurai clothes, and the streets are filled with music and spectacular dancing. It's really magical! 
The Spring Festival is on March 14-15 and April 3. The Fall Festival is September 14-15, starting at 14:00 (2pm). 

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and it seemed that there were many tourists coming and going.
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He was always worried about the country.
The stele of poems he left behind well reflects his mood at that time.
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It is a very beautiful mountain painting.
Walk and stop to enjoy the leisure in the mountains.
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It&#39;s still very good.

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Now is the season for viewing plum blossoms, playing in the water in the summer, enjoying the cool air in the autumn maple leaves, and praying for the New Year, which are also full of Japanese style. As an important birthplace of Japanese Shinto culture, it is worth a visit. It is also an interesting place as a holy place for students to pray for passing the college entrance examination and entering their favorite university.

Time:	Mar 14–Sep 15, 2025 (UTC+9)
Location:	1-294 Shimizu, Higashiyama-ku, Kyoto, Kyoto Prefecture

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