In early April I went to Sabae City in Fukui to see carp streamers 'swimming' over a small river lined with pretty cherry blossoms and daffodils. A friend of mine told me about the small river across which 15 rows of 7 carp streamers are set up to celebrate the Boy's Day on May 5th. It is quite a sight to see these streamers and cherry trees together. The river is located in amid green fields surrounded by mountains and everything seemed so idyllic that I thought I was lost in a fairy tale. These carp streamers will be there until around May 8th. Don't miss seeing them if you happen to be in the neighborhood!
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Carp Streamers with Cherry Blossoms
Carp fluttering in the wind over a river in Fukui
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Andre Moreira
9 years ago
Great pictures! One day I'll definitely go to Fukui! :)
Justin Velgus
9 years ago
The sharp colors of the carps contrast well with the pale pinks of the cherry trees.
Thanks Justin! Unfortunately it was cloudy, if it were sunny the blue sky would've made a great contrast with them all!
Mandy Bartok
9 years ago
Beautiful, Takako! We have an onsen town here in Kumamoto that does a similar display and I hope to catch it this year!
Thank you Mandy! Carp streamers in an onsen town must be a great sight to see, please catch it and write a story, I'll be looking forward to it!
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