Cherished Legend·Rakuchū / Karasuma
Benkei and Ushiwaka Festival Float
The neighborhood that keeps the Gion Festival float Hashi-Benkei-yama. Its valiant figures depict the legend in which Benkei, on Gojo Bridge, tried to seize Ushiwakamaru's sword and was bested.
Coffee nearby
Maeda Coffee Muromachiabout 0 m on foot
Streamer Coffee Karasumaabout 0 m on foot
Stones nearby
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These notes come from desk research. Local traditions vary.