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Tori No Ichi festival, Cock Festival, kumade sellers, Japan
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Tori No Ichi festival, Cock Festival, kumade sellers, Japan
19th century vintage photograph: Tori No Ichi festival, Cock Festival, bamboo rake, kumade sellers, Japan
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Tori No Ichi Festival: A Vintage Glimpse into Japan's Cock Festival (1870s-1900s) This vintage photograph, captured during the Tori No Ichi Festival in Japan, offers a unique window into the rich cultural heritage of this ancient tradition. The festival, also known as the Cock Festival, is celebrated in various parts of Japan and is believed to bring good fortune and prosperity to those who participate. The image showcases a bustling street scene filled with kumade sellers, who offer their intricately decorated bamboo rakes for sale. These rakes, adorned with colorful ribbons, feathers, and other decorative elements, are believed to bring good luck and fortune to their owners. The sellers, dressed in traditional clothing, can be seen engaging with potential customers, haggling over prices, and sharing stories about the significance of the festival. The photograph also offers a glimpse into the architectural and ethnographic landscape of Japan during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The image captures a mix of urban and rural settings, with both city and countryside scenes visible in the background. The buildings, a blend of traditional Japanese architecture and Western influences, serve as landmarks that transport us back in time. As we delve deeper into this vintage photograph, we can also observe the diverse crowd of people, each representing different races and ethnicities, coming together to celebrate this cultural tradition. The Tori No Ichi Festival is a testament to Japan's rich and diverse heritage, showcasing the country's indigenous customs and traditions that have been passed down through generations. This photograph, with its intriguing history and ethnographic significance, is a must-have for anyone interested in Japanese culture, history, or travel. It offers a rare and authentic glimpse into a bygone era, inviting us to explore the beauty and diversity of Japan's cultural landscape.
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