June	July
Iwashimizu Early Showa Period Green trees are reflected in the clear water of a mountain stream in Kibune, Rakuhoku (northern Kyoto). If you listen carefully, you can hear the sound of the flowing water.	Gion-e Meiji Period Summer in Kyoto begins with the Gion Festival, where giant Yamaboko(Gion Festival floats mounted with decorations.) are pulled through the center of town to the bright beat of traditional musical accompanyment.
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August	September
Summer Lament Mid Showa Period (following WWII) It is said that the nobility in the old court of Kyoto were able to view from the Imperial Palace the reflection in the Kamo River of the Daimonji characters burning on the hillsides. The Daimonji fires are a ritual to send off the spirits of the dead and lament at the passing of summer.	Nyoi no Tsuki Early Showa Period chushu Mid-autumn moon viewing. Floating in a boat on Osawa Lake, at Saga's Daikakuji Temple, enjoying the splendor of the full moon while enjoying a poetry reading.
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