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Fukushima's Soma Nomaoi festival showcases martial spirit
Soma Nomaoi, a festival of traditional martial spirit in the Soma region of Fukushima Prefecture, was held two months earlier than usual to avoid the mid-summer heat. The mounted samurai warriors galloping around and competing for two flags falling from the fireworks made for a thrilling scene.