heywinks Says: The Peiron races originally started in Nagasaki in 1855 by Chinese residents living in the city. The word 'peiron' is said to have originated from "bai long" which means "white dragon" in Chinese. The races were held to pray for bountiful fishing at sea, to worship the sea...
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The Peiron races originally started in Nagasaki in 1855 by Chinese residents living in the city. The word 'peiron' is said to have originated from "bai long"...
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There`s not much in Aioi but there is the famous Aioi Peiron Festival from May 24-25th every year. This is a dragonboat racing festival that has its roots in China. Oarsmen & women compete in the...
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