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What's this? Hirosaki Neputa Festival photos by Philbert Ono. Held during August 1-7 in Hirosaki, Aomori.
Closeup of a Neputa float.
Theories concerning the origin of the Neputa are identical to those of the Nebuta. However, in the 1880's, the Neputa gradually changed from human figures into a fan shape. The floats have come a long way since then. Candles have been replaced by generator-powered lights and the washi paper has been replaced by washi paper blended with nylon. The festival is designated as an Important Intangible Folk Culture Asset.
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Last modified: 2004-06-16
