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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.

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14th annual Independence Burger Eating Contest in Washington, DC

Competitive eater Dan Kennedy (C) competes against other competitive eaters while on his way to eating a total of thirty-two burgers during the 14th annual ‘Independence Burger Eating Contest’, at a restaurant in Washington, DC, USA, 03 July 2023. Competitive eater Molly Schuyler of Maryland won this year’s contest by eating thirty-four burgers in ten minutes. The contest takes place every year ahead of 04 July Independence Day.

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14th annual Independence Burger Eating Contest in Washington, DC

Competitive eater Dan Kennedy participates in the 14th annual ‘Independence Burger Eating Contest’, at a restaurant in Washington, DC, USA, 03 July 2023. Competitive eater Molly Schuyler of Maryland won this year’s contest by eating thirty-four burgers in ten minutes. The contest takes place every year ahead of 04 July Independence Day.

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14th annual Independence Burger Eating Contest in Washington, DC

Competitive eaters Dan Kennedy (L), Molly Schuyler (C) and Joel Hansen (R) participate in the 14th annual ‘Independence Burger Eating Contest’, at a restaurant in Washington, DC, USA, 03 July 2023. Competitive eater Molly Schuyler of Maryland won this year’s contest by eating thirty-four burgers in ten minutes. The contest takes place every year ahead of 04 July Independence Day.

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14th annual Independence Burger Eating Contest in Washington, DC

Competitive eater Sean Yeager participates in the 14th annual ‘Independence Burger Eating Contest’, at a restaurant in Washington, DC, USA, 03 July 2023. Competitive eater Molly Schuyler of Maryland won this year’s contest by eating thirty-four burgers in ten minutes. The contest takes place every year ahead of 04 July Independence Day.

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14th annual Independence Burger Eating Contest in Washington, DC

Competitive eaters Molly Schuyler participates in the 14th annual ‘Independence Burger Eating Contest’, at a restaurant in Washington, DC, USA, 03 July 2023. Competitive eater Molly Schuyler of Maryland won this year’s contest by eating thirty-four burgers in ten minutes. The contest takes place every year ahead of 04 July Independence Day.

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14th annual Independence Burger Eating Contest in Washington, DC

Competitive eaters Dan Kennedy (Front L) and Molly Schuyler (Front R) participate in the 14th annual ‘Independence Burger Eating Contest’, at a restaurant in Washington, DC, USA, 03 July 2023. Competitive eater Molly Schuyler of Maryland won this year’s contest by eating thirty-four burgers in ten minutes. The contest takes place every year ahead of 04 July Independence Day.

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14th annual Independence Burger Eating Contest in Washington, DC

Competitive eaters Molly Schuyler (L) and Joel Hansen (R) participate in the 14th annual ‘Independence Burger Eating Contest’, at a restaurant in Washington, DC, USA, 03 July 2023. Competitive eater Molly Schuyler of Maryland won this year’s contest by eating thirty-four burgers in ten minutes. The contest takes place every year ahead of 04 July Independence Day.

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JAC plane overruns runway while touching down at Izumo Airport

MATSUE, Japan - A Japan Air Commuter plane from Osaka rests at Izumo Airport in Shimane Prefecture on Dec. 18 after it overran the runway upon landing at the airport after its front tires burst and came off. Airport officials said thirty-four passengers and three crew members were on board the plane but no one was injured.

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Kanrin Maru crew descendants meet grandson of U.S. savior

WASHINGTON, United States - George Brooke (L) and Sumiko Gomi pose in Lexington, Virginia, on Oct. 7. Thirty-four Japanese, whose ancestors were aboard the Kanrin Maru, Japan's first modern warship to cross the Pacific Ocean, visited there to express their appreciation to Brooke, the grandson of Lt. John Brooke who had helped the crewmembers during their difficult voyage 145 years ago. Gomi, 82, is a great-granddaughter of Kanrin Maru's Captain Katsu Kaishu.

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34 dead as migrant boat capsizes near Syrian shore

STORY: 34 dead as migrant boat capsizes near Syrian shore DATELINE: Sept. 23, 2022 LENGTH: 00:01:04 LOCATION: Damascus CATEGORY: OTHER SHOTLIST: 1. various of the rescue work at the seashore STORYLINE: At least thirty-four people were dead and several others injured after a boat carrying immigrants from Lebanon capsized in the Syrian territorial water on Thursday, the Syria Health Ministry announced. Twenty people onboard the ship were rescued and are currently receiving medical treatment in the coastal city of Tartous, near which the boat sank off, said the ministry, adding that the search is still underway. Citing testimonies from the survivors, the ministry said the boat set off from Lebanon carrying people of several nationalities whose intended destinations were unknown. Xinhua News Agency correspondents reporting from Damascus. (XHTV)

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JAC plane overruns runway while touching down at Izumo Airport

MATSUE, Japan - A Japan Air Commuter plane from Osaka rests at Izumo Airport in Shimane Prefecture on Dec. 18 after it overran the runway upon landing at the airport after its front tires burst and came off. Airport officials said thirty-four passengers and three crew members were on board the plane but no one was injured. (Kyodo)

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Kanrin Maru crew descendants meet grandson of U.S. savior

WASHINGTON, United States - George Brooke (L) and Sumiko Gomi pose in Lexington, Virginia, on Oct. 7. Thirty-four Japanese, whose ancestors were aboard the Kanrin Maru, Japan's first modern warship to cross the Pacific Ocean, visited there to express their appreciation to Brooke, the grandson of Lt. John Brooke who had helped the crewmembers during their difficult voyage 145 years ago. Gomi, 82, is a great-granddaughter of Kanrin Maru's Captain Katsu Kaishu. (Kyodo)

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KAMIL MAJCHRZAK

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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KAMIL MAJCHRZAK

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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PABLO ANDUJAR

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar (pictured) of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (not pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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PABLO ANDUJAR

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar (pictured) of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (not pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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PABLO ANDUJAR

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar (pictured) of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (not pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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KAMIL MAJCHRZAK

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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KAMIL MAJCHRZAK

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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PABLO ANDUJAR

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar (pictured) of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (not pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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KAMIL MAJCHRZAK

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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PABLO ANDUJAR

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar (pictured) of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (not pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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PABLO ANDUJAR

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar (pictured) of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (not pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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KAMIL MAJCHRZAK

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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KAMIL MAJCHRZAK

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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KAMIL MAJCHRZAK

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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KAMIL MAJCHRZAK

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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KAMIL MAJCHRZAK

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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KAMIL MAJCHRZAK

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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KAMIL MAJCHRZAK

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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PABLO ANDUJAR

The thirty-four-year old Pablo Andujar (pictured) of Spain did not defend his title at the Prostejov Challenger. His path was crossed by ten-year-old-younger Kamil Majchrzak (not pictured) of Poland in Prague, Czech Republic, September 12, 2020. (CTK Photo/Ludek Perina)

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World's cosplay fans gather in Nagoya for annual event

A pair of Chinese cosplay performers (C) hold up their trophies in Nagoya on Aug. 6, 2017, as they are celebrated by their competitors after winning the cosplay performance championship, the main event of the annual World Cosplay Summit in the central Japanese city. Thirty-four teams representing their countries and regions took part in the competition. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo

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World's cosplay fans gather in Nagoya for annual event

Chinese cosplayers smile on stage in Nagoya on Aug. 6, 2017, after winning the cosplay performance championship, the main event of the annual World Cosplay Summit in the central Japanese city. Thirty-four teams representing their countries and regions took part in the competition. (Kyodo) ==Kyodo