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The Fujinomori Matsuri (藤森祭) is held annually from May 1 to May 5 at Fujinomori Shrine. During the festival, the shrine grounds come alive with lively food stalls, traditional mikoshi (portable shrines) processions, powerful Japanese drum performances, and a vibrant samurai parade.

The highlight of the festival is the “kakeuma-shinji,” an acrobatic horseback riding ritual with over 1,200 years of history. Originally performed as a prayer for victory in battle and the safe return of samurai, this thrilling spectacle features skilled riders demonstrating daring stunts atop galloping horses—an unforgettable display of tradition and bravery.

Fujinomori Shrine（藤森神社）

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Address : 609 Fukakusa Toriizakicho, Fushimi Ward, Kyoto, 612-0864

Hours : 9:00 to 17:00

Admission : Free

Access : 6-minute walk from Sumizome station on the Keihan line or 10-minute walk from JR sumizome station on the Nara line.

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• 9:00 to 16:00 on MAY 5 Procession of four portable shrines and samurai parade through the towns.
• 13:00, and 15:00 “Kakeuma-shinji” in the shrine precincts on MAY 5.