Yukka Nu Hii
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| Yukka Nu Hii | |
|---|---|
| Observed by | Ryukyu islands |
| Type | local, cultural |
| Significance | Giving thanks to the sea and agricultural gods and asking for their continued help for the future |
| Date | 4th day of the 4th lunar month |
| 2012 date | 5 June[1] |
| Celebrations | traditional haarii dragon boat races |
| Related to | Duanwu Festival |
Yukka nu hī (Ryukyuan languages: 四日ぬ日 or 四日の日 ユッカヌヒー) is an annual Ryukyuan festival, which centers around the traditional haarii dragon boat races. The festival dates back to the 14th century, where it was adopted from the Chinese. Modern celebrations of yukka nu hī occur at different dates throughout the Ryukyu islands and each one lasts for several days. The haarii races are a form of giving thanks to the sea and agricultural gods and asking for their continued help for the future.[2][3]
Currently, Naha is host to the largest haarii race, although Itoman and Tamagusuku are also known for holding large races.[4]
[edit] References
- ^ "Nijima team wins V6 at the Itoman Harley race". Ryukyu Shimpo. 6 June 2011. http://english.ryukyushimpo.jp/2011/06/14/1198/. Retrieved 19 July 2011.
- ^ http://www.japanupdate.com/?id=7640 "Haarii Dragon Boat races promise Monday excitement" Japan Update (2007-06-14)
- ^ http://www.wonder-okinawa.jp/022/en/022_e01.html "The May 4th (Yukka nu hī) Festivals and Haarii Races" Okinawan Prefectural Government 2003
- ^ http://www.japanupdate.com/?id=7556 Charles, Bill "Dragon boat races add excitement to Golden Week" (2007-05-02)
