The Naha Giant Tug of War is the largest cultural event in Okinawa with a tradition dating back to the four towns of Naha in the Ryukyu Kingdom. The tug of war originated as an event by local farmers to pray for rain and a bountiful harvest, but in urban areas, it came to symbolize the trading town of Naha. The main event of the Naha Giant Tug of War is spectacular and certified by Guinness World Records as being the largest tug of war in the world.

Event Dates	Early October every year (tentative)
Event Details	October 13, 2024 (Sunday) Please see the official website for details.
Official site	http://www.naha-otsunahiki.org/
Location (venue)	National highway 58 at Kumoji-Crossing
Address	Kumoji, Naha-shi, Okinawa (Intersection)
Price	Free admission

Region	Kyushu
Category	Traditional performing arts

Event organizers may change the date and time. Please check the official website.

update: Aug.20.2024