The Gion Festival’s art collection brings together over 400 years of craftsmanship—from embroidered textiles and lacquerware to carvings and statuary—found on the 34 yamaboko floats. With pieces from Japan, China, Persia, and Europe, this “mobile museum” offers rare treasures you won’t see anywhere else
Gion Festival Art Collection – Centuries of Japanese & Global Masterpieces
The Gion Festival’s art collection brings together over 400 years of craftsmanship—from embroidered textiles and lacquerware to carvings and statuary—found on the 34 yamaboko floats. With pieces from Japan, China, Persia, and Europe, this “mobile museum” offers rare treasures you won’t see anywhere else. Visit : https://www.gionfestival.org/art/
