Ganso Hakata Mentaiju

Gorgeously decorated Yamakasa floats

The long-awaited "Hakata Gion Yamakasa" has begun!

In the cities of Tenjin and Hakata, the gorgeous and splendid "Kazariyama" floats are now open to the public!

The decorated Yamakasa is a 10-15 meter tall ornamental float made by skilled puppeteers.
Each year a theme is chosen based on historical figures or auspicious subjects.
This "Kazariyamakasa" is known as a "moving yamakasa", but it also appears in "Oiyama Narashi" and "Oiyama",
Did you know that there is only one "running decorated Yamakasa"?

It's currently on display somewhere in the city.
If you come to Fukuoka, be sure to look for this magnificent and spectacular sight!