The Blossoms of Gion Higashi

Masanao wore one of my favorite hikis this year during the Setsubun dances at Yasaka shrine. This coordinate with the aqua/light blue backdrop for ume-blossoms on realistic branches with the flashy obi featuring colorful Dharma wheels is, in my opinion, one of the most iconic in Gion Higashi. But apparently this is not news as this the ensemble gets prominent attention on the stage of Yasaka shrine every year, specially worn by junior Maiko during Setsubun. A worthy look for the spotlight indeed.

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