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SAGICHO/TAIKO MATSURI! (FESTIVALS)
Pictures from Omihachiman's two biggest festivals. The Sagicho Matsuri, held during the second weekend in March, and the Taiko Matsuri, on April 14th.
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Preparation for Sagicho
Eric and another member of Demachi-Cho hard at work on the food covered dragon.
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The Morning of Sagicho Matsuri
As is tradition, all men are decorated to resemble women. Not ready to break the "rules", I took part in the annual transformation. |
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"CHO YARE!"
The chanting commences! Saturday Morning's parade through each Cho's neighborhoods sparks the beginning to an exciting weekend.
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"SEI-NO-SEI!"
Words are shouted! Running, pushing, pulling, and lifting combine for total chaos. A battle has erupted!
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**TAIKO MATSURI PICS UNDER CONSTRUCTION**
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