Matsuri festival tours for 2007
Matsuri festivals are among the most colourful aspects of Japanese life. The original meaning of Matsuri is "to call a God". As Japan was originally a country of farmers, they gave offerings to the local deity to show thanks for a good harvest and pray for future prosperity. You can experience Japan's modern festive atmosphere with one of JTB's new tours. All festivals are accessible within a single day from Tokyo, and all offer English-speaking guides. Priced from $112 per person, festivals include:
| July 8 |
Narita Gion Festival |
| July 14 |
Sawara Grand Festival |
| July 18 |
Kuki Tenno Festival |
| July 29 |
Odawara Paper Lantern Festival |
| September 13 |
Katsuura Autumn Festival |
| September 16 |
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu ,Shrine Festival |
| September 16 |
Ishioka Festival |
| September 23 |
Ohara Odaka Festival |
| October 17 |
Nikko Autumn Festival |
| October 21 |
Kawagoe Festival |
| November 3 |
Tsurugaoka Hachimangu |
Call JTB to book on Tel: (03)8623-0000
or Email:jtbmel@japantravel.com.au
