Atsuta Matsuri is the largest festival held at this Shrine in Nagoya. During the day were martial arts and music performances. A parade of illuminated floats were the highlight of the festival in the evening, followed by an hour fireworks show in a nearby park. It felt like the 4th of July - thousands of people, vendors everywhere selling food and lite-up toys, and a great fireworks show!

The main entrance.

The paths in the park were lined with lanterns and vendors.
It was so crowded!.. which made it difficult to really enjoy it.

Lantern parade through the park.

Music performances. The kids playing the drums were very impressive!
We will enjoy the more great fireworks at Nagoya Port Festival and Toyota Oiden festival(Bit far from Nagoya), try some YUKATA(Summer Kimono)!
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that does look super crowded ... but fun!
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