Shitennoji Wasso Festival

The Wasso Festival celebrates the friendship between Japan and East Asia with dancing, drumming, music, and performances from a wide range of arts.

Schedule 2023

• 11:00: Brass band, K-Pop and Chinese Lion Dance Performances
• 13:00: Commemorative ceremony
• 14:40: Korean traditional performing arts

Where is the festival held?

On both days, there will be stalls and performances held at the remains of the Naniwa-no-Miya Palace. This is instead of at the Shitennoji Temple itself as the palace is where travelers would arrive centuries ago.

(Lily Crossley-Baxter)

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