MATSURI - Komainu cat festisval

https://omamorifromjapan.blogspot.com/2014/02/koma-guardian-animals.html
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. koma manekineko 狛犬招き猫　beckoning cat .

komaneko 狛猫 Koma Neko Cat cuardians





Komaneko Matsuri Festival
The Mineyama Komaneko Festival will take place at and around Kotohira Shrine on Sep.17th. Kotohira Shrine is known for its unique guardians: komaneko, and it's said this is the only place where komaneko statues are put up as guardians. On this day, the town literally purrs. Store windows feature komanekos. There are cat-shaped sweets, cat exhibitions, workshops, and stalls selling all sorts of feline merchandise.
Bring cat lovers and enjoy the unique festival!
- source : visit Kyotango -


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