Japan: Historic Kishiwada Danjiri Festival Kicks Off in Osaka With Massive Floats

The annual Kishiwada Danjiri Festival began on September 13 in Kishiwada City, Osaka Prefecture, running through September 14. Thirty-four massive wooden floats, each over 4 meters tall and weighing more than 4 tons, raced through the city streets of the Kishiwada and Haruki districts to the spirited chant of “Sorya, Sorya.” Festival participants in matching happi coats pulled the floats with ropes, while “daiku-gata” performers danced atop the roofs with fans. At intersections, the floats performed the festival’s signature “yarimawashi,” a dramatic 90-degree turn executed at high speed, thrilling spectators with cheers. Drums, flutes, and bells added to the festive atmosphere. The festival, held for over 300 years since the Edo period, continues late into the evening on September 13, with a ceremonial shrine visit (“Miyairi”) scheduled on September 14.

US: Kilauea’s Spectacular Lava Fountains Attract Onlookers in Hawaii

During a recent eruptive episode, Kilauea volcano in Hawaii ejected a lava fountain that reached a height of 1,000 feet (300 meters), attracting spectators.

Digital Intelligence Lakeview Performance Show in Hangzhou

Digital Intelligence Lakeview Performance Show in Hangzhou

HANGZHOU, CHINA - JUNE 16, 2024 - An Asian Games Digital Intelligence sapiens, consisting of 300 drones, holding a torch runs to spectators in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, China, June 16, 2024.

N. Korean supreme court

N. Korean supreme court

PYONGYANG, North Korea - Photo taken Aug. 14, 2013, shows the grand bench room of the North Korean supreme court in Pyongyang. The grand bench room is equipped with seats for 300 spectators.

N. Korean supreme court

N. Korean supreme court

PYONGYANG, North Korea - Photo taken Aug. 14, 2013, shows the grand bench room of the North Korean supreme court in Pyongyang. The grand bench room is equipped with seats for 300 spectators.