Written by TC Team
The Odisha Community of Japan, together with their sponsors and patrons, will celebrate the Ratha Yatra (also called Ratha Jatra).
What happens?
During the event, a 4-meter-tall chariot is pulled by participants on a road near Kawasaki Station. In addition to the chariot pulling, spectacular dances and colorful plays are performed during the parade, and Prasad (a small vegetarian dish) is distributed afterward. Witness an ancient Hindu traditional festival, where the deities of Lord Jagannath, Balabhadra, and Subhadra are taken out of their temples for a symbolic journey among the people.
Schedule
All timings are estimated; the Puja ceremony, performances, and Pahandi take place at Kawasaki City Hall.
- 11:00: Puja ceremony
- 14:30: Cultural performances
- 15:30:Pahandi
- 16:00: Grand procession begins
- 17:30: Prasad distribution
How to get there
The parade will begin at Kawasaki City Hall, an 8-minute walk from Kawasaki Station.
Organizers may cancel events, alter schedules, or change admission requirements without notice. Always check official sites before heading to an event.
