Editorial photo #13668330 Human Interest

Over 1.6 Million Gather As 5,000 Dancers Close Hiroshima Flower Festival

HIROSHIMA, JAPAN - MAY 5: A flag-bearer from the Matsuyama-based Fubito troupe maneuvers a vibrant banner featuring large red camellias and bold calligraphy along Peace Boulevard during the final day of the Hiroshima Flower Festival on May 5, 2026, in Hiroshima, Japan. A massive crowd of over 1.6 million visitors gathered over the three-day event to observe the festivities, which concluded today with the dynamic Performance Parade and the 'Fire Finale,' an annual Golden Week tradition promoting peace and culture featuring over 5,000 dancers. (Photo by Artur Widak/NurPhoto)

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Photo ID: #13668330
Date taken: 5 May 2026
Location: —
Photographer: Artur Widak/NurPhoto
Category: Human Interest

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