A spectacular competition occurred within the scorching spring city of Yugawara, Kanagawa Prefecture, the place individuals poured scorching water over a mikoshi (transportable shrine) as they paraded by way of the streets.

This occasion, often known as the “Yukake Matsuri,” has its origins within the Edo interval. Back then, scorching spring water from Yugawara, believed to remedy varied illnesses, was supplied to the shogunate. The custom of splashing water to purify and pray for secure passage alongside the route has continued for the reason that Showa period.

Along the route, 60 tons of Yugawara’s scorching spring water was positioned in 1,000 barrels, lined up for locals and vacationers to splash onto the passing mikoshi. Participants loved the competition as each the carriers and the splashers acquired drenched whereas parading roughly one kilometer.

Source: ANN