Kosho Machi Block Party Aug 12

They blocked off our street right in front of our apartment building. They layed down tatami mats. They set up a karaoke stage. They blocked off a place to do a traditional Tohoku dance in a circle while a woman sang traditional music. There was a raffle. Our landlord, who also owns a restaurant, provided festival food. There were candles on the tatami and beer for all. A perfect summer night in Yamagata