 Hatagashira performers balance a large bamboo pole, attached with a vertical flag with an elaborate display on top, The performers take turns balancing the pole on tightly knotted belts, while others use long bamboo poles to help keep the Hatagashira pole steady. These performances take place all over Okinawa, Japan during the annual thanks-giving festivals. This is a type of Eisa folk dance exclusive to the Ryukyu Islands. It is believed that God will land on the Hatagashira pole and bring good |  Hatagashira performers balance a large bamboo pole, attached with a vertical flag with an elaborate display on top, The performers take turns balancing the pole on tightly knotted belts, while others use long bamboo poles to help keep the Hatagashira pole steady. These performances take place all over Okinawa, Japan during the annual thanks-giving festivals. This is a type of Eisa folk dance exclusive to the Ryukyu Islands. It is believed that God will land on the Hatagashira pole and bring good |  Hatagashira performers balance a large bamboo pole, attached with a vertical flag with an elaborate display on top, The performers take turns balancing the pole on tightly knotted belts, while others use long bamboo poles to help keep the Hatagashira pole steady. These performances take place all over Okinawa, Japan during the annual thanks-giving festivals. This is a type of Eisa folk dance exclusive to the Ryukyu Islands. It is believed that God will land on the Hatagashira pole and bring good |
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