The river Lonza starting as glacier meltwater near the head of the Lotschen valley.

The river Lonza starting as glacier meltwater near the head of the Lotschen valley.

11-12 year old girls starting a 2 kilometer race which is part of the towns fitness festival5th and 6th grade

Toshiki Hagiwara a 12 year old 6th grader captain of Toujou Shonen Yakyu Club shakes hand of Asahi Eagles captain before starting baseball game

Gion Matsuri. Men in Edo-era costume each specific to their neighborhood exchange gifts before starting that days activities

Gion Matsuri. Men in Edo-era costumes each specific to their neighborhood exchange gifts before starting that days festivities