1. The Paantou festival, a traditional mud-smearing event, was held on Miyakojima island, Okinawa prefecture, to ward off evil and bring good fortune for harvests and health.
2. The event is recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO.
3. On Tuesday, participants covered in mud and vines participated, with some spectators and even police officers being smeared for good luck, though some children were frightened.
2. The event is recognized as an Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO.
3. On Tuesday, participants covered in mud and vines participated, with some spectators and even police officers being smeared for good luck, though some children were frightened.
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Paantou Festival, a traditional mud-smearing event on Miyakojima island in Okinawa prefecture, took place to deter evil and ensure harvest and health prosperity. Recognized as Intangible Cultural Heritage by UNESCO, the 2021 event included participants covered in mud and vines, with some
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URL: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/news/20251030_11/#summary
Date: Oct. 30, 2025
Notes: 2025-10-30
Created: 2025/10/31 02:40
Updated: 2025/12/07 23:03
Last Read: 2025/10/31 07:24