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

A 680-year-old Shinto festival accused of animal cruelty has promised reforms after a horse died.

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

A 680-year-old Shinto festival accused of animal cruelty has promised reforms after a horse died.

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Japan: Animal rights activists condemn centuries-old ritual – DW – 05/28/2023

A shrine in central Japan is defending a popular ritual that often sees the horses taking part mistreated or injured. Animal rights activists say its about tourism and money, not history.

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