Ishidori Matsuri 石取祭
Ishidori Matsuri (石取祭) can be literally translated from Japanese as "stone bringing festival." It is a festival in Kuwana, located in Mie Prefecture. The festival starts on the first Saturday of August, at midnight, and runs throughout the weekend. Every town within the central part of the city has its own 3 wheeled, highly decorative festival cart. Each cart has a large taiko drum at the back and several kane along the sides.
| Location | Kuwana, Mie (桑名市 三重県) |
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| When | August (Summer — exact dates change every year) |
| Type | Japanese festival (matsuri) |
| Official website | https://isidori.jp/ |
Planning to go? The Ishidori Matsuri is held in August, but the exact dates, times and any entry fees are set year by year. Check the official website for this year's schedule before you travel.
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