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Ekin Festival, Akaoka

Kochi · Konan · Art & Crafts

Japanese name: 赤岡の絵金祭り

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WHAT TO DOEkin Festival, Akaoka

For two nights a year the screens are set out along the shopfronts and lit only by candles - as they were meant to be seen.

WHEREKochi

Central · Konan

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For two nights a year the screens are set out along the shopfronts and lit only by candles - as they were meant to be seen.

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Founded / opened:Edo period Highlights / collection:Screens lined under shop eaves, Viewed by candlelight alone Genre:Nihonga (Japanese-style painting)

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