http://www.japantimes.co.jp/images/photos2008/nn20080831a4a.jpgSaturday was the annual Asakusa Samba Carnival, held in Asakusa, Tokyo. Click here for a Japan Times article describing the event.
I attended the event in 2005 with my wife, who danced samba at the time and was a participant. I have to say I was thoroughly disgusted with the whole thing. The dancing was fine (I've always been amazed at samba in Japan--everyone is quite dedicated). The disturbing thing was the number of chikan (perverts) lining the streets to take pictures of asses.
For those who don't know samba, most of the outfits are quite skimpy and t-back bottoms are the norm. Also, for those who don't know--Japan is quite famous for chikan, and for odd-varieties of chikan. Anyway, the whole thing was almost too much to take. Some of these lecherous folks had arrived at the wee hours of the morning to secure a good spot for their ass hunting. What surprised me most was that there were quite a few older women getting in on the action too (apparently they sell the photos to websites and magazines--yuck).These perverts were totally unabashed in their quest for bum shots. Good god all mighty.
Anyway, good job to all the participants. And, watch your asses!!!
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