Public Performance of Designated Intangible Folk Cultural Property 'Higasaki Odori (Kamogata-cho)'

About this event

At Chosen-ji Temple in Asakuchi City, 'Higasaki Odori (Kamogata-cho),' designated as a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property, will be performed publicly. This dance is a traditional performing art said to have originated as an offering during a memorial service for the Sengoku-period warlord Hosokawa Michitada, richly carrying on the local traditions and culture. An elegant and powerful dance will be performed by the preservation society within the historic temple grounds, captivating viewers. This is an opportunity for anyone to appreciate the region's precious cultural property up close.

Venue

Soto Zen Seiryuzan Chosen-ji Temple

387 Kamogata, Kamogata-cho, Asakuchi, Okayama 719-0243