An East team rope master gives the command to pull during the 43rd annual Naha Otsunahiki, or Naha Giant Tug-of-War at Naha City, Okinawa, Oct. 13. The rope masters direct the efforts of each team, helping the participants pull in unison. The tug-of-war has roots dating back to the 15th century when Okinawa was a part of the Ryukyu Kingdom. The East and West teams represent competing dynasties of the kingdom.
Date Taken: | 10.13.2013 |
Date Posted: | 10.18.2013 01:48 |
Photo ID: | 1036528 |
VIRIN: | 131013-M-GE767-842 |
Resolution: | 3456x5184 |
Size: | 6.52 MB |
Location: | NAHA, OKINAWA, JP |
Web Views: | 26 |
Downloads: | 3 |
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