1. The annual goldfish-catching contest took place on August 24, 2025, in Yamatokoriyama City, Nara Prefecture, Japan.
2. Participants were given three minutes to catch as many goldfish as possible using fragile paper scoops.
3. The event, initiated in 1995 to promote the region's goldfish farming, saw teams competing and individual performances such as catching two fish with a single scoop drawing cheers from spectators.
2. Participants were given three minutes to catch as many goldfish as possible using fragile paper scoops.
3. The event, initiated in 1995 to promote the region's goldfish farming, saw teams competing and individual performances such as catching two fish with a single scoop drawing cheers from spectators.
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Summary
2025 Goldfish-Catching Contest in Yamatokoriyama City, Japan on August 24. Competitors used fragile paper scoops to catch goldfish within three minutes. Event initiated for goldfish farming promotion with team competitions and individual feats like catching two fish with a single scoop attracting