On the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar (September 25th), the traditional "Itoman Tug-of-War" took place, filling the venue with excitement. The Itoman Tug-of-War is a Shinto ritual praying for a bountiful harvest, a good catch, and good health, and is held annually on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar, respecting tradition. The combined length of the male and female ropes reaches 180 meters, and the weight is 8 …
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On the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar (September 25th), the traditional "Itoman Tug-of-War" took place, filling the venue with excitement. The Itoman Tug-of-War is a Shinto ritual praying for a bountiful harvest, a good catch, and good health, and is held annually on the 15th day of the 8th month of the lunar calendar, respecting tradition. The combined length of the male and female ropes reaches 180 meters, and the weight is 8 …