Mito Ibaraki, Japan

Minato Ku · #1 Posted **Oct 24, 2007, 8:31 PM**

These photos was taken during my holiday in Japan.

Mito is the capital of Ibaraki Prefecture, Japan. As of 2005, the city has an estimated population of 263,748 and a total area is 217.45 km². Mito natto is the city's culinary speciality and is well-known across Japan.

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Enjoy

James Bond Agent 007 · #2 Posted **Oct 24, 2007, 11:15 PM**

Nice pics.

What was the parade about?

Fabb · #3 Posted **Oct 25, 2007, 10:26 AM**

You're so lucky to have been there... thanks for sharing !

Minato Ku · #4 Posted **Oct 25, 2007, 11:09 AM**

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Originally Posted by James Bond Agent 007

Nice pics.
What was the parade about?

It is the Mito Koumon Festival.

Austinlee · #5 Posted **Oct 25, 2007, 6:05 PM**

It feels smallish by Japanese city standards, but it is still absolutely awesome.

Maunder · #6 Posted **Oct 25, 2007, 7:03 PM**

I'd have to agree, where I LOVE to see the dynamics of Japan's mega-cities, this thread is excellent for showing us the other aspect of Japanese life.....Bravo!