Tuesday, March 10, 2009

Getting ready for "Hanatoro"


Hanatoro means "flower and light road." From March 13 to March 22, streets in Higashiyama district are decorated with almost 3,000 lanterns (see photos). Most of shrines and temples in the district will be illuminated during the festival as well.

The stage is set up in Kodaiji Temple Park where daily live music, dance and performances are held. Maruyama Park and Kiyomizu Temple will also have special areas for street performances.

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