Every March local people dress up in medieval Heian costume to pay thanks to the powerful Heike clan leader, Taira no Kiyomori, responsible for turning the floating Itsukushima Shrine on the sacred island of Miyajima into the stunning piece of unique architecture that remains today.
Everyone loves the Kiyomori Festival! (Photo: GetHiroshima)
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Itsukushima Shrine
When
Late March 2027
Notice: The dates for this event are not yet confirmed. This page will be updated once the official date(s) are announced by the event organizers. Please check the official event site for the latest info.
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Miyajima Kiyomori Festival(宮島清盛まつり)
Late Mar 2027
Free
1-1 Miyajimacho, Hatsukaichi, Hiroshima 739-0588 (Map) (Directions)
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