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Moon viewing on a full moon night in 2023(Moon Viewing Events "Kangetsu Kai" in 2023)

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Moon viewing on a full moon night in 2023(Moon Viewing Events "Kangetsu Kai" in 2023)

 In Japan, Chushu no Meigetsu or "the full moon of mid-autumn," has traditionally been believed to be the most beautiful of the year.
 This year, that night falls on September 29. There are many shrines and temples that host ceremonies to honor the moon around this evening, including gagaku court music, kyogen comedy plays, and kagura dances for the deities.
 We have created a list of the events, please have a look and come see the most beautiful moon of the year in traditional temples and shrines must be a very special memory.

For more information:
https://kyoto.travel/en/see-and-do/KangetsuKai2023.html