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They all entered Bannaji temple by crossing the narrow arched bridge.60 views
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On the way to Bannaji temple, this statue of the Ashikaga lord.58 views
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Behind the gate to Bannaji temple. 58 views
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After a few speeches, they got boxes of beans and threw them at us, but only the people up front got hit with beans.58 views
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From Ashikaga-shi Station, cross this bridge over the river to central Ashikaga.56 views
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After going through the gate, there's this path to the temple hall. Now lined with food stalls during the festival.55 views
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Once in a while, they would shout a war cry.54 views
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I saw at least two foreigners also dressed up as well.54 views
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On Feb. 3, the Yoroi Toshikoshi Shuko festival is held in the evening with a warrior procession going to Bannaji. Start of the warrior procession consisting of local children, men, and women. The procession started at Orihime Kominkan. 織姫公民館52 views
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Gate to Bannaji temple. 51 views
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Bannaji temple main hall. National Treasure built by Ashikaga Takauji's father. A rare example of a main temple hall from the Kamakura Period.51 views
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Within the grounds of Bannaji temple, they all gathered at this small outdoor stage.51 views
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Since it is held at night in the middle of winter, dress warmly.50 views
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Plum trees46 views
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Carrying wooden boxes of beans.46 views
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