49th Mito-cho Kagura Competition

About this event

Held in Mito-cho, Masuda City, Shimane Prefecture, the '49th Mito-cho Kagura Competition' is a powerful kagura event where kagura troupes from inside and outside the town gather to compete with their respective traditions and skills. As special guest performances, 'Kamimukae' will be performed by the Mitani Kagura Troupe and 'Itsukushima' by the Kinjo Kagura Troupe. In the competition, a diverse variety of programs will be presented, such as 'Iwato' by the Kinokuchi Kagura Troupe, 'Jingu Kogo' by the Marumo Kagura Troupe, 'Yamato Takeru' by the Iwami Kagura Yunotsu Maiko Troupe, 'Takiyashahime' by the Kaminakachoshi Kagura Troupe, 'Zendoki' by the Iwami Kagura Preservation Society Kushiro Troupe, and 'Yorimasa' by the Iwami Kagura Kameyama Troupe. The unique dances and powerful musical accompaniment cultivated by each troupe invite spectators into the world of mythology. Food and drink stalls are also scheduled at the venue, allowing visitors to enjoy not only kagura but also local flavors. It will be a day to fully savor the charm of intense dancing and traditional performing arts.

Venue

Fureai Hall Mito

1692 Tsumo, Mito-cho, Masuda, Shimane 698-0203