Special feature! The extremely popular maiko make their rounds offering Hassaku oranges! Foreign tourists want to see the maiko even under the scorching sun! Gion, Kyoto, Japan.
[4k 60fps video] Every year on August 1st, the traditional "Hassaku greeting rounds" are held in Gion, Kyoto. This is a special day when geiko and maiko visit their masters and related parties who have taken care of them on a daily basis and give their thanks. They wear beautiful kimonos and walk through the streets of Gion with delicate movements. Their appearance truly embodies the traditional beauty of Japan, and it has become a major event for tourists as well.
Especially for tourists from overseas, it is a rare opportunity to catch a glimpse of the elegant appearance of the maiko, even in the hot midsummer sun. They wait with cameras in hand for the maiko to appear on the stone-paved streets of Gion. Tourists gasp in admiration as they watch the maiko smile and wave as they walk along, and experience the profound depth of Japanese culture.
This Hassaku greeting tour is not just a tourist event, but an important traditional event in the world of maiko, and a precious opportunity to express their bond and feelings of gratitude. Along with the charming streets of Gion, there is something special about the atmosphere in Kyoto on this day. Despite the scorching sun, visitors are captivated by the beautiful scenery and take with them unforgettable memories.
11 сен 2024
