Thread: Japan's wacky washtub races VIDEO

In Shizuoka Prefecture in Japan, a weird and wonderful tradition has developed: The washtub boat race. It's 400 metres of good clean fun.

VIDEO Japan's wacky washtub races - BBC News

I remember an annual bathtub race in Sydney back in the 70's.

10 other wacky things in Japan. Now that we're on the subject.

Originally Posted by Maanaam

I remember an annual bathtub race in Sydney back in the 70's.

What, the Chaves that ran farther and faster away would win a Dove bar of soap.

During the freezing cold of winter after rugby practice it was the race back to the showers about half a mile away from the training ground that made us race to be the first.
Because hot water only lasted 5 min , late comers had cold showers.

Urban Dictionary: chav


Not directed at any fine TD members. Just food for thought.