The Kenjo Dochu celebrates Hakata-ori, used to make obi (traditional belts) and one of Japan’s finest textiles. The procession is led by a Hakata Geigi (geisha). Men holding lanterns, women in formal kimono and traditional music played on the shamisen (lute) and fue (flute) join the procession.
• 10/19 (Sat.)
• Free
• Kawabata Shotengai: 17:20~, Hakataza Theater ~ JR Hakata Ekimae Hiroba: 18:20~, Tochoji Temple ~ Jotenji Temple ~ Hakata Sennen-no-Mon Gate
• http://hakatakenjyou.wix.com/hakata
