Kyoto kicks off annual Aoi Festival

KYOTO, Japan - Locals clad in traditional Japanese robes lead a procession in the annual Aoi Festival, which began in the ancient capital of Kyoto on May 15. The festival reenacts imperial processions in feudal times to Kamikamo and Shimokamo Shrines.

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