Splendid Floats Dazzle Audience at Takayama Spring Festival in Gifu Pref.; Traditional Festival Recognized as UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage

The Yomiuri Shimbun
11:11 JST,
April 17, 2025
Elaborate floats dazzle visitors of the Takayama Spring Festival on Monday in Takayama, Gifu Prefecture. The traditional two-day festival is recognized by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage. All 12 floats appeared since the Ebisutai float returned after its first major repairs in 140 years were ...
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