The Hamamatsu Festival is one of Japan’s most fascinating celebrations. It is held every year from May 3 to 5 in the city of Hamamatsu. During the event, over 170 artistic kites sail across the sky to battle with one another. The first Hamamatsu Festival occurred during the Eiroku era (1558-1570). Its purpose was to celebrate the birth of the Lord of Hamamatsu Castle’s first son. To honor the child, a large kite was flown across the sky. The event was so popular that future rulers carried on the tradition.
滨松祭是日本最吸引人的庆祝活动之一。每年于五月三日至五日在滨松市举办。活动期间，超过一百七十只精美的风筝在空中飞翔，互相竞争对战。滨松祭在永禄年间（1558 年至 1570 年）首次举办。其目的是要庆祝滨松城领主的长子诞生。一只大型风筝被施放在空中以纪念这位孩子。这个活动广受欢迎，所以之后的统治者也延续这项传统。
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artistic a. 精巧美妙的
battle vi. 作战
carry on... 继续（做）⋯⋯
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本文节录自《常春藤生活英语》杂志，完整内容请见五月号。
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