The passion of the noboriko rises during the Oto Matsuri with the intensity of the flames. They push against the gates, held shut by large poles secured by men on the other side. When the flames reach their peak, the gates are finally opened. An explosion of men sprint down the rocky pathway carrying fiery torches to the bottom where townspeople await. (Lance Henderstein @lancestein photo) #Japan #OtoMatsuri #お燈祭り #祭り #日本 #火祭り #火
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