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Eifuku-ji ceremony

When you pass through the southern daimen gate, which is more prominent in Taishi-cho, the white sand precinct is widened, and the forest of primeval forest that can be seen in the back is the mausoleum of Prince Shōtoku. The princess and her mother are buried there along with the prince, and it is said to be a three-bone mausoleum. The temple was built for the guardian of the mausoleum at Eifuku-ji Temple, and on April 11 each year, the royal service praising the princes of the princes is strictly and colorfully trained.

Tokoji Hiyoshi Shrine monkey dance

A rare folk performing art in Japan where two children wearing male and female monkey masks dance to the flute and drum of musicians (music players). It is performed on the occasion of the celebration of Hiyoshi Shrine, the gogoji god (landowner god) of Tōko-ji. It is designated as a prefectural designated intangible folk cultural property.

Fire festival of hand power

It is a ritual of the Telio Shrine and is held every April on the second Saturday night. As the sound of firecrackers reverberate through the precinct, shirtless men dashing and dance over the Kamikoshi, which is set with fireworks. Spectators are intoxicated by a race of flame and sound as the intense fire powder falls. Image courtesy of Gifu City

Shingen Public Anniversary, Takeda Fudoson Festival

On April 12, the anniversary of Shingen Takeda's death, the offering will be held in front of the grave of Shingen's Bodaiji Temple. The tomb is located in the back of the main hall, and is known locally by the nickname of "shingen-san". The precinct is crowded with store-opening booths and Koshu Fulin Volcano Taiko Show.

Twenty-four Takeda horse procession

On April 12, the anniversary of Shingen's death, a ceremony will be held in conjunction with the Takeda Shrine Annual Festival. A procession of about 200 total members of the twenty-four general, dressed as Duke Shingen and the general participants, flutters the flag of Fenglin Volcano. Procession participation is a pre-lottery system.

Fuefuki City Togengo Spring Festival

From late March to early April, you can enjoy the Taoyuan Township where the streets are dyed pink with peach blossoms. Walking of flower viewing spots in various parts of the city, including Yatsushiro Hometown Park, and excursion events with electric bicycles will also be held. Image courtesy: Fuefuki City

SAKURA Festival

A program to fully enjoy the Sakuragawa in the spring, such as stage events and opening of a city restaurant, will be held. Image courtesy: Sakuragawa City Commerce, Industry and Tourism Division

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