noun
Jizō Festival
A child-focused religious festival, especially in Kyoto, where Jizō statues are decorated and offerings are made. Held around August 23–24.
京都では、地蔵盆の時期になると町内のあちこちで子どもたちの声が聞こえる。
In Kyoto, around the time of the Jizō Festival, you can hear children's voices all around the neighborhood.