Osaka shrine hosts annual laughter ritual

By Euronews | Created at 2024-12-23 19:26:37 | Updated at 2024-12-24 02:11:52 7 hours ago
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Updated: 23/12/2024 - 20:22 GMT+1

The event, rooted in Japanese mythology, had participants laughing loudly for 20 minutes. Some laughed while looking at one another, while others captured their smiles on their phones.

The event, rooted in Japanese mythology, had participants laughing loudly for 20 minutes. Some laughed while looking at one another, while others captured their smiles on their phones.

A 17-year-old attendee from Kyoto said the ritual turned out to be surprisingly fun, while a first-time participant from Kagoshima described it as a memorable family experience. The laughter, symbolising renewal and hope, created a joyful start to the coming year.

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