Kite-flying
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Kite-flying (tako age) has been enjoyed in Japan for many centuries and the
making of kites has developed into a minor art form. Japanese kites are
brilliantly decorated with paintings of ancient warriors, graphic designs
or written characters implying strength, such as "ryu" (dragon). Kites used
in festivals may be up to six metres wide, requiring many men to fry them.
Children enjoy flying kites around the time of the New Year, when the sky
over Japanese beaches and parks is often decorated with their interesting
shapes and gay colours.
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