The festival procession started from Tobita Fureai Kaikan under the elevated highway at 10 minutes before 1:00 pm. When the danjiris came out onto the street, I was excited to see the beginning of the festival (some images have been processed). (Some images have been doctored; same below)
The procession passed through Yamashita-suji, where the Tobita Shinchi Cuisine Association’s office is located, and walked along Shinkaishuji shopping street on the north side of Shinchi. Leading the way are children.
The sight of the Danjiris powerfully advancing through the narrow alleys of Seishun Street was powerful.
The procession took a break on the main street. They rehydrate with tea, canned beer, and ice cream.
After the break, the Danjiris proceeded down the main street again. The ladies and ladies at a ryotei restaurant were looking on with great interest. The main street. The Danjiri procession looks great against the elegant streets lined with old-fashioned ryotei restaurants.
The spectators were also sweaty. Children were eating watermelons at a nearby plaza.
Lanterns were displayed at the entrance of Daimon Dori.
Daimon Street. Danjiris were slowly moving forward with children and adults shouting loudly.
