10 Of Japan’s Most Bizarre Festivals
If you’ve ever thought that Japan popular traditional festivals are the ultimate cultural experience, you might be mistaken. It’s time to dive off the deep end with these odd, and yet equally beloved festivals called kisai—or bizarre festivals.The rhythmic, hollow beats of taiko drums; the accompanying high-pitched whistle of the flute that follows; the wonderful food stalls and the pretty goldfish… Japanese matsuri (festivals) are essential cultural experiences for anyone wishing to know more about Japan and its people.Though usually happening in summer, there’s a long list of festivals in Ja...