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They are a form of social nudity, and may or may not be aimed at people who consider themselves naturists or nudists From running naked at the south pole to stripping down and playing with torches, these nude festivals and events from across the globe are as outlandish as they are ubiquitous.

Many of the events include aspects of sports or exercise, live music, and fancy. The lack of clothing is only part of these nude festivals' appeal One of the oldest naked festivals in the world, the hadaka matsuri (“naked festival”) in japan has been around for over 500 years

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Thousands of nearly nude men wearing only traditional loincloths gather in freezing february temperatures to chase sacred sticks thrown by a priest

The event is thought to bring luck and purification.

Uncover the nude festival where thousands celebrate freedom dive into the mesmerizing world of the world naked festival, a celebration that transcends societ. Hadaka matsuris, or “naked festivals,” are held in many cities throughout japan, but the most famous one occurs in okayama, where the festival originated Where to get nude this summer An overview of the best nude festivals and nudist events for those who like something else than laying naked at the pool.

Japan's 'naked' festival of the gods - BBC Travel
Japan's 'naked' festival of the gods - BBC Travel

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