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Tokunoshima bullfighting and island culture（徳之島の闘牛と島の文化）

とくのしまのとうぎゅう Bullfighting of Tokunoshima

Tokunoshima bullfighting and island culture（徳之島の闘牛と島の文化）

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Each hamlet keeps its own bull; the harness and rope designs work as the village's emblem.

TypeArt festival
GenreDyeing and weaving
Founded / openedEdo period
Area in the prefectureOuter islands

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Where is Bullfighting of Tokunoshima?
It is in Tokunoshima, Kagoshima Prefecture, Japan. It is an art festival.
What can I see at Bullfighting of Tokunoshima?
Each hamlet keeps its own bull; the harness and rope designs work as the village's emblem. The focus is textiles.
When was Bullfighting of Tokunoshima established?
It dates from the Edo period.

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