1970

Feast of the Banners
South Pasadena observes its 50th year of the Rose parade participation with this entry, “The Feast of the Banners.” This age-old festival pays tribute to the courage of Japanese boys and their acquisition of manliness as they ascend to adulthood. The feast is dramatized by two huge carp floral banners. This holiday is celebrated each May 5 when one of the banners are flown from the housetop for each boy living there.

Source:1970 Official Tournament of Roses Parade Souvenir Program