This float was constructed from 1602 to 1649, during the period of third KANAMORI Daimyo. The Daimyo's brother presented a grand drum and lion mask to HACHIMAN Shrine. The drum was placed on a stage balcony. Later,this construction was made more mobile by adding wheels. this float and the beating of its large drum always lead float procession.Pictures:Festival floats of Takayama festival published by Hida takayama tourism association