Shingen-ko Festival

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Held every April in Kofu, this is one of the world's largest samurai parades. Over 1,000 participants dressed in armor march through the city, re-enacting the Sengoku period. Certified by Guinness World Records, it’s an exciting event where you can feel the true "Samurai Spirit" under the glow of night-time torches.

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第51回信玄公祭り ダイジェスト　51st Shingen-ko Festival digest【フルスクリーン】

第51回信玄公祭り ダイジェスト　51st Shingen-ko Festival digest【フルスクリーン】

Yamanashi Tourism Organization

Shingen-ko Festival

Address
3F OBI Bldg., 1-8-11 Marunouchi, Kofu-shi, Yamanashi
Website
https://www.yamanashi-kankou.jp/shingen/index.html
Operator
Shingen-ko Festival Executive Committee

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