Major nations around the world have been criticized for their "naked festivals" in Japan, as they have not put tension on the spread of Corona19.

Foreign media, including the Asahi Shimbun (Japan), reported yesterday that the Hadaka Matsuri was held in Okayama Prefecture.

The event, which has a history of more than 500 years, was inspired by the congregation's gathering for amulets from monks who finished New Year's Day. Since then, it has been considered one of the three most unusual festivals in Japan. In 2016, it was designated as an important intangible folk cultural asset of Japan.


Reuters and others showed photos of men in a sumo-style 'Hundo' marching down the streets with water or shoulders. The main event of the event, `` Amulet Confrontation, '' captures the scene where all participants are tangled up and reaching for the talisman.

The festival attracted more than 10,000 participants, but no one wore a mask. Just like the aftermath of Corona 19, there were alcohol disinfectants provided by the organizers in the bleachers and the information desks.

Most of the local media only reported on the event, but among the netizens there were voices of concern about the spread of corona. Is it necessary to hold a festival with a large number of participants as the infected people continue to spread due to contact?

Experts also said, "As soon as the Tokyo Olympics are held, it can be interpreted as a kind of show that shows" Japan is no problem. " It is also necessary to consider and respond. "

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(Photo = Reuters / Yonhap News)