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    NAF Atsugi commanding officer dances during Awa Odori festival [Image 19 of 19]

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    A group of male dancers are performing in what appears to be a Japanese Awa Odori festival parade on a public street. The participants, both Japanese and non-Japanese individuals, are wearing traditional festival costumes including colorful happi coats with Japanese text reading 'ちどり連' (Chidori-ren, a dance group) and '海上自衛隊' (Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force). They are captured mid-dance with arms raised in the characteristic Awa Odori style.

    YAMATO, JAPAN

    07.25.2011

    Photo by Vivian Blakely 

    U.S. Navy           

    Capt. Eric Gardner, middle, commanding officer of Naval Air Facility Atsugi, performs a traditional dance with members of the Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force during the Awa Odori festival. Participants showcased their dances which will be performed during the Bon Odori festival on August 20. (Photo by: Seaman Apprentice Vivian Blakely)

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    Date Taken: 07.25.2011
    Date Posted: 07.26.2011 03:56
    Photo ID: 433762
    VIRIN: 110725-N-TO330-389
    Resolution: 3098x1821
    Size: 1.53 MB
    Location: YAMATO, JP
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    Downloads: 4

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