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Karuta Hajime Ceremony at Yasaka Shrine 2027

八坂神社かるた始め式 2027

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The Karuta Hajime ceremony at Yasaka Shrine: from 13:00 on January 3, 2027, on the Noh stage, where children and karuta-hime in Heian court dress play the Hyakunin Isshu card game, followed by a presentation of the Heian costumes. The official page does not state a fee, reservation rule, or ending time.

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