Ganso Hakata Mentaiju

Gorgeously decorated Yamakasa floats

The long-awaited "Hakata Gion Yamakasa" has begun!
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In the cities of Tenjin and Hakata, the gorgeous and splendid "Kazariyama" floats are now open to the public!
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The decorated Yamakasa is a 10-15 meter tall ornamental float made by skilled puppeteers.
Each year a theme is chosen based on historical figures or auspicious subjects.
This "Kazariyamakasa" is known as a "moving yamakasa", but it also appears in "Oiyama Narashi" and "Oiyama",
Did you know that there is only one "running decorated Yamakasa"?
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It's currently on display somewhere in the city.
If you come to Fukuoka, be sure to look for this magnificent and spectacular sight!