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The giant kite measures about 13 high and 12 meters across, or the size of 100 tatami mats. This kite flew during 2002-2004. A new giant kite is made every three years.87 views
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The Yokaichi Giant Kite Museum exhibits the city's giant kite used previously, as well as many different kites from all over Japan and the world. About 20-min. walk from Ohmi Railways Yokaichi Station. Map75 views
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On May 5, 2013 (Children's Day), the kite museum held an event for children to write their wishes on paper stickers to be affixed on the back of the giant kite.73 views
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Hundreds of kites from all over Japan and the world70 views
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An incredible variety of kites are displayed. They come from all 47 prefectures of Japan and many foreign countries.70 views
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Wind Goddess kite.69 views
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My video of shot on May 5, 2013 of kids visiting the kite museum and pasting wishing stickers.68 views
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The Wind Goddesses are like festival princesses who pray for good wind to blow to fly the giant kite.66 views
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What makes the kite unique is that the kite paper is carved with numerous cutouts, based on the design. It is not a solid sheet of paper.64 views
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The design is also characterized by having a pair of creatures and a Japanese kanji character. Together, they indicate a clever meaning based on word play.64 views
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Samurai kite64 views
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Hikone Castle kite, displayed in 2007, the 400th anniversary of the castle.64 views
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It started with a ceremony with the mayor of Higashi-Omi and the four "Wind Goddesses."64 views
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After writing their wishes, kids paste their wishing stickers on the kite.64 views
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Kite train, called rendako 連だこ, based on Awa Odori dancers in Tokushima Prefecture.63 views
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Kite from the USA, obviously.62 views
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Giant kite displayed until 2004.61 views
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After writing their wishes, kids paste their wishing stickers on the kite.61 views
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Wind Goddesses at Higashi-Omi Giant Kite Museum.61 views
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The giant kite is replaced every three years. The previous giant kite is displayed in the museum, while the current giant kite is flown on the last Sunday in May near Echigawa River.60 views
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Kites from around the world.60 views
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The little kites flew well.60 views
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Okinawan dancer (yotsudake) kite59 views
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Mayor of Higashi-Omi59 views
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Behind the ceremony is the giant kite waiting for more wishing stickers.59 views
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Booth to buy wishing stickers for 500 yen each. Proceeds were donated for recovery efforts in Tohoku.59 views
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Mini theater58 views
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The Higashi-Omi giant kite.58 views
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Kids could also make a small kite for 300 yen.58 views
     
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