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1965 Press Photo Crowd lines up to watch Kite Flying event, Shirone City, Japan

This is an original press photo. Kite Flying - Shirone, Japan - It appears that the pattern on a kite is almost as important as how high it will fly during the week-long annual "Kite Flying" event in Shirone City. Participants of the contest sometimes present kites weighing up to 200 pounds. Here, a large crowd of Japanese enthusiasts line the banks of the Nakanokuchi River to watch these giant 16 by 20-foot. Colorfully printed sheets fly to the wind. The traditional sport dates back more than 300 years.Photo measures 8 x 10.25inches. Photo is dated 06-01-1965.

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Historic Images Part Number: lry20162