A festival in Mino City, Gifu Prefecture.
kirei japan no midokoro wa Mi noshi no maturi de su.
花みこしだなも（2012.04.14美濃まつり@岐阜県美濃市)
美濃まつり（みのまつり）は、毎年4月に行われる岐阜県美濃市の伝統行事です。
夕方からは町ごとの若い衆により仁輪加（にわか）が演じられるます。
みこしの特徴は、華やかなピンク色の美濃紙でつくられているため、全国的にも珍しいのです。
江戸から明治に制作されたからくり人形の山車6輌や練り物も集まり八幡神社へ練り込むのがクライマックスです。
当日は、多くの人が まわりから声援をおくっています。
The Mino Matsuri (Mino Matsuri) is a traditional event held in Mino City, Gifu Prefecture, every April. In the evening, Niwaka is performed by young people from each town. The mikoshi is unique in that it is made of gorgeous pink Mino paper, which is rare in Japan. The climax is the gathering of 6 karakuri doll floats and kneaded goods produced from the Edo period to the Meiji period and kneading them into Hachiman Shrine. On that day, many people are cheering him on.
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Japanese festivals, or “matsuri”
Japanese festivals, or “matsuri” in Japanese, are traditional events held throughout the year in Japan to celebrate various aspects of Japanese culture, history, and spirituality. These festivals usually have a long history and are deeply rooted in the local communities where they are held.
Japanese festivals can be divided into several categories, including:
Shinto Festivals: Many Japanese festivals have their roots in Shinto, Japan’s indigenous religion. These festivals often involve rituals and ceremonies at Shinto shrines, such as the New Year’s festival, Setsubun, or the annual cleansing festival, Oharae.
Seasonal Festivals: Japanese festivals are often associated with the changing of the seasons, such as the cherry blossom festivals in spring, the Obon festivals in summer, and the autumn harvest festivals.
Cultural Festivals: Many Japanese festivals celebrate Japan’s rich cultural heritage, such as the Gion Festival in Kyoto, which features traditional music and dance performances, and the Sanja Matsuri in Tokyo, which showcases traditional costumes and customs.
Fireworks Festivals: Fireworks displays are a popular feature of many Japanese festivals, especially during the summer months. Some of the most famous fireworks festivals in Japan include the Sumida River Fireworks Festival in Tokyo and the Omagari Fireworks Festival in Akita.
Overall, Japanese festivals are a colorful and lively expression of Japan’s rich cultural traditions and provide a great opportunity for visitors to experience Japan’s unique customs and rituals firsthand.
