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35th Gaina Matsuri

Written by: adekun on 3 August, 2008 10:56 pm - Filed under: tottori ?

Gaina is a local word for big. The weekend played host to Yonago’s big festival. Over the two days the event included taiko drum performances, dancing and mantou.


Mantou

Mantou team looks on


Mantou

Mantou

Kento especially liked the last; watching as teams balanced mounted lanterns high in the air.

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