Written by JC Team
Travel back in time with this Nara spring festival.
What happens?
This spring festival at Heijō Palace has a history dating back 1300 years.
Celebrating the days when Nara was the capital of Japan, it aims to recreate scenes from that era. In previous years, it featured re-enactments of imperial guards and a noble banquet, parades, children’s workshops, and traditional street performances across three days.
However, from 2024, the event takes place on a smaller scale, with just one day of festivities.
Schedule
There is also a procession held in the fall. In 2025, it took place on November 3.
The processioon is led by the Imperial Guard, followed by a court music ensemble and replicas of national treasures. Last year also included a market and opportunities to try on Tenpyo-era costumes at Ukigumo Garden in Nara Park.
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- 1.3 km from Yamato-Saidaiji Station Kyoto Line (Kintetsu) (B26)Kintetsu Nara Line (A26)
- 1.6 km from Shin-Ōmiya Station Kintetsu Nara Line (A27)
- 1.9 km from Heijō Station Kyoto Line (Kintetsu) (B25)
