Bon Odori 2011

It is a pretty nice weather Saturday. (Most of my friend told me that on all the past few years Bon Odori, it will just rain and caused a lot of mud on the fields) But I guess that's not the case this year, the weather is just nice, no rain, not too much sun and with some clouds here and there. Anyway, I am glad that I came to the Bon Odori for this year. This is the 2nd time I join this festival and found that the whole festive setup is totally different during my first visit there. (It has been like few years back I believe). And I did not bring any gears with me on my first visit other than my mobile. :"P Anyway, I came pretty early that day visited the whole festive setup and of course go around the food stalls just to find something to fill up the tummy before I start the whole photo shoot. :") Anyway I love the stage setup for this year where it is setup in the middle of the field and then the food stalls are setup just right beside the road on the other side. Personally I think this has really give a lot of ample space for the people to watch the show (sit down and enjoy) as well as partake and dance a long with the performance. Anyway, I just love all the performance that day. Everything is just great, energetic and also full of happiness (Which reminds me a lot of all the journey,people and trip that I met and experience in Japan). Somehow, I feel touched when watching some of the show... somehow. :") Anyway a small series, I hope that you all will enjoy it. ;)