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  1. Akita Kanto Matsuri: the festival of balance and light
    Held August 3–6 in Akita, this is one of Tohoku’s Three Great Festivals. Performers balance towering kanto poles (up to 12 meters tall, with 46 paper lanterns) on their palms, shoulders, or foreheads to the rhythm of "dokkoisho!" chants. Born in the 1780s as a harvest prayer, the lanterns symbolize rice bales and prosperity. A breathtaking blend of skill, tradition, and community spirit. #JapaneseTraditions #Matsuri #Festivals