Two men have died in accidents at a float festival in Osaka Prefecture, according to breaking news from Kyodo News.
According to initial reports, the accidents, which involved float-carrying activity at the festival, left two men dead. Full details about the victims' identities, their ages and the specific circumstances of each incident have not yet been released.
Float festivals are a popular traditional event in many parts of Japan, in which residents carry decorated wooden floats through the streets. Accidents at such festivals sometimes occur because of the weight of the floats, the terrain or large crowds.
Local authorities are continuing to investigate the causes of the accidents. Further details will be updated as more information becomes available from the relevant authorities.
