This is the third biggest tug of war held on the island after the Naha Great Tug-of-War and the Itoman Great Tug-of-War. At the Yonabaru Great Tug-of-War spectators can enjoy memoi, a dance performed by women in front of the rope before the contest commences. The tug-of-war is then followed by an enthusiastic performance of hatagashira (banner) bearers accompanied by the rhythmic sound of hand drums, gongs and conches.
This is one of the oldest tugs-of-war in Okinawa, dating back more than 400 years. The Yonagaru Great Tug-of-War was suspended due to the outbreak of World War II, but it was revived soon after, in 1947. The two ropes used in the event are completed the night before the festival by connecting 12 ropes crafted by the 12 communities in Yonabaru Town. The two ropes, with one designated a female rope and the other male, feature large loops on their ends. The tug-of-war begins as the kanachi-bo (big pole) is set in place, linking the loops. The sight of the locals devoting all their energy to this particular event, pulling on the enormous ropes, will be sure to impress you.
The total length of the ropes used for the event is 90 meters and weight is five tons. The parade of villagers carrying the giant ropes to the event venue is a unique feature of the Yonabaru Great Tug-of-War festival. As they arrive at the designated point, the villagers suddenly release the ropes, which fall on the ground with a heavy thud..
This is the third biggest tug of war held on the island after the Naha Great Tug-of-War and the Itoman Great Tug-of-War. At the Yonabaru Great Tug-of-War spectators can enjoy memoi, a dance performed by women in front of the rope before the contest commences. The tug-of-war is then followed by an enthusiastic performance of hatagashira (banner) bearers accompanied by the rhythmic sound of hand drums, gongs and conches.
This is one of the oldest tugs-of-war in Okinawa, dating back more than 400 years. The Yonagaru Great Tug-of-War was suspended due to the outbreak of World War II, but it was revived soon after, in 1947. The two ropes used in the event are completed the night before the festival by connecting 12 ropes crafted by the 12 communities in Yonabaru Town. The two ropes, with one designated a female rope and the other male, feature large loops on their ends. The tug-of-war begins as the kanachi-bo (big pole) is set in place, linking the loops. The sight of the locals devoting all their energy to this particular event, pulling on the enormous ropes, will be sure to impress you.
The total length of the ropes used for the event is 90 meters and weight is five tons. The parade of villagers carrying the giant ropes to the event venue is a unique feature of the Yonabaru Great Tug-of-War festival. As they arrive at the designated point, the villagers suddenly release the ropes, which fall on the ground with a heavy thud..
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