The
8th Ulsan Whale Festival was held for three days from September 13
in the southeastern city of Ulsan in Korea. The event, under the theme
of "Symbiosis--the common dream of men and whales," attracted a large
number of visitors with various performances, including reenactment
of ancient whaling and sale of whale products and concerts.
 One of the main
events of the festival was reproduction of whaling operation based
on prehistory whaling engraved on rocks. The scene of whalers challenging
a large whale model and prayers of thanks to the riches of the sea
had much in common with the ancient whaling in Japan.
The Japan Whaling
Association took part in the event with other participants from Japan.
The JWA booth showed panels on whales, offered sample eating of whale
cuisines, and sold books on whales and whaling.
The city of Ulsan
hopes to invite the 2005 Annual Meeting of the International Whaling
Commission.
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Mr.Takehiro
Takayama, deputy President of the Japan Whaling Association
(center) at the opening ceremony
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| JWA
booth offering sample eating of whale cuisine |
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| Various performances
reproducing ancient whaling in Korea (below) |
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