The little town of Sawara knows how to throw a big party and does it twice a year, in the spring and fall. The centerpiece of the parties is a set of massive, traditional floats, pulled by hand. If you can't make it to Sawara for a festival, no worries, you can stop by the Float Museum to see some examples and learn a little about the events.
A traditional head from a float. The parades have been held for more than 300 years. At the base of the floats, elaborate wood carving. These floats ain't no disposable, Rose Bowl Parade variety.
A detail from the top of a float. Curious. The float of the big nose.
The museum, the main section a warehouse to hold a couple of the big, multi-story floats. Impressive.
A traditional head from a float. The parades have been held for more than 300 years. At the base of the floats, elaborate wood carving. These floats ain't no disposable, Rose Bowl Parade variety.
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Big straw fish.
A detail from the top of a float. Curious. The float of the big nose.
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What all the fuss looks like.
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