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Omihachiman fire festival/ Sagicho Matsuri

Sagicho Matsuri, a figure of the animal of the year according to the Zodiac, made with marine products and grain, is mounted in the center of this float.

Lake Biwa Big Fireworks Festival

A festival that will be held at Lake Biwa, the heart of Shiga Pref.  With 10,000 fireworks and gigantic fireworks being the main attraction. A…

Otsu Matsuri Festival (大津祭)

Otsu Matsuri is one of Shiga’s three major festivals.13 floats with performances of mechanical dolls, are gorgeously decorated and are carried through the city.