The previous post showed mostly low servants, in this post you can see higher ranking servants and officials. The higher ranked retainers of the local feudal lord are accompanied by musicians, treasures, and weapon bearers. In feudal Japan, lords would frequently move locations and did so with such entourages if they were of notable power.

The below picture is of government officials and recognizable with different style of clothing and head wear..

Below servants and their guards carry items of importance, treasure and luggage. Monks also may carry protable shrines.

Kotohira festival is different to the usual festival as its more of a historical parade. The feudal lord also appeared on horse back during the parade but it was too dark and flashes were prohibited. Next post will be a different type of festival....

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