Each August, traditional lantern floats are carried through the city of Aomori. This year, joining the traditional Japanese samurai floats, were Star Wars characters. Fitting, I know.
The floats typically feature warriors, deities, and animals. See the below photos from Twitter user t_shicho, who lives in Aomori.
[Photo: t_shicho]
[Photo: t_shicho]
George Lucas was heavily influenced by Japanese culture, so even if this is part of a Star Wars PR push, it makes sense.
[Photo: t_shicho]
[Photo: t_shicho]
[Photo: t_shicho]
Even if they don’t quite nail Obi-wan, the Force is strong with these lanterns.
The Aomori Nebuta Matsuri runs from August 2 to August 7. Check out t_shicho’s Twitter for more pics.
Top photo: t_shicho
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