Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
matsuri
noun
/mɑːtsuːri/
Definition
A traditional Japanese festival that typically celebrates seasonal changes, agricultural harvests, or religious worship.
Examples
- The Gion Matsuri is one of the most famous festivals in Japan, held in Kyoto every July.
- During the Obon Matsuri, families honor their ancestors with dances and lanterns.
- The Haru Matsuri celebrates the arrival of spring with flower festivals and parades.
Meaning
The term ‘matsuri’ refers to festivals in Japan that often include processes and celebrations involving Shinto or Buddhist rituals.
Synonyms
- festival
- celebration
- fiesta
