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Meiji Festival & Bunka no Hi Bugaku Performance
明治祭・文化の日舞楽演奏会
Experience the elegance of Gagaku and Bugaku at Kasuga Taisha, performed on a floating stage over the Manyo Botanical Garden pond.
Schedule
November 3, 2026
Guide7 min read
Every year on November 3rd, Kasuga Taisha hosts the Meiji Festival and the Bunka no Hi Bugaku Performance.
Highlights
Traditional Performing ArtsHistorical LandscapesNatural Beauty
About Meiji Festival & Bunka no Hi Bugaku Performance
- Historical Experience: Watch traditional Gagaku and Bugaku performed on a rare floating stage, a tradition preserved since the Nara period.
- Harmony with Nature: Enjoy the fusion of Japanese traditional culture and seasonal beauty within the lush Manyo Botanical Garden.
- Cultural Immersion: Go beyond standard sightseeing to touch the spiritual and historical essence of Japan and the Meiji era.
Weather forecast
Tue
9/1
32°/25°
94%
Wed
9/2
31°/25°
97%
Thu
9/3
26°/24°
94%
Fri
9/4
26°/23°
92%
Sat
9/5
27°/23°
61%
Sun
9/6
27°/24°
47%
Mon
9/7
30°/23°
41%
Tips
Clothing & Essentials
As you will be viewing the performance outdoors near a pond, please wear comfortable walking shoes and seasonal clothing.
Access
From JR Nara Station or Kintetsu Nara Station, take the Nara Kotsu Bus toward the Kasuga Taisha area.
