Iwate Prefecture・Miyako City
Kuromori Kagura
A coastal procession of prayer and performance, accompanied by Gongen-sama
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Iwate Prefecture・Morioka City
Nagai Dainenbutsu Kenbai
A kenbai dance passed down in Nagai, featuring a large kasa and the chants of nenbutsu
Iwate Prefecture・Hiraizumi Town
Motsu-ji Ennen
Encounter Ennen at Motsu-ji, where Heian-period dances live on
Iwate Prefecture・Tono City
Aozasa Shishi Odori
A local performing art from Aozasa, Tono, brought to life by swaying shishi curtains and musical accompaniment
Iwate Prefecture・Hanamaki City
Enmanji Kagura
Yamabushi Kagura thriving in Hanamaki: an evocative tradition of dance and kyogen
Iwate Prefecture・Oshu City
Kamosawa Kagura
Kamosawa Kagura: a tradition of Gongen-mai and a diverse repertoire
Iwate Prefecture・Oshu City, Hiraizumi Town
Kawanishi Nenbutsu Kenbai
A spirited sword dance passed down in Koromogawa, led by Buddhist chanting and drums
Iwate Prefecture・Hanamaki City
Kurasawa Puppet Kabuki
A Hanamaki kabuki tradition carried on through puppet movement and narration
Iwate Prefecture・Kitakami City
Susomago Daijo Kagura
Susomago Kagura, reflecting Shugendo traditions in its shakujō staff and conch shell