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How a horse's death may lead to reform for ancient Japanese festival

2023-06-30 21:07
A 680-year-old Shinto festival accused of animal cruelty has promised reforms after a horse died.
How a horse's death may lead to reform for ancient Japanese festival

A horse's death and allegations of animal cruelty sparked a national outcry against a famous Shinto festival in a Japanese mountain town. The authorities have now promised reforms - but can this 680-year-old event change enough to secure its future?

The crowds cheer as a young rider, wearing the...