This blog is written by author Sachiko who is not a native speaker of English, so it may be hard to read. It is translated from the summary of Japanese page; http://akitaodatelifejp.hatenablog.com/

"Koinobori", carp streamers over pond

Koinobori is a japanese traditional ornament in the shape of carps.

In japan the carp is a lucky symbol.

We display it at each home or public places for several days around Children's Day to wish the kids to have their great future.

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Event: Koinobori over Ozutsumi pond

【Place】Ozutsumiwaki, Imaizumi, Kitaakita-shi, Akita-ken (Imaizumi green conservation area)

【Date】To May 10th

【Promotor】Imaizumi residents' association

The information is as of May 4th 2017.