Reiwa 8 Kuma Kagura Special Performance

About this event

A special performance of "Kuma Kagura," a Nationally Designated Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property, will be held at National Treasure Aoi Aso Shrine. Out of all 17 dances, 5 pieces will be performed with accompanying commentary. In the grand hall of the Aoi no Mori National Treasure Memorial Hall surrounded by the scent of wood, you can view the traditionally handed down dances up close. Consisting of 3 total performances that offer different atmospheres across day kagura and night kagura, you can experience the world of "shinjin-waraku" (gods and humans enjoying together) in autumn Hitoyoshi. Each performance lasts about 1 hour, with a capacity of 40 people per session. Advance reservations are required, and the viewing fee is 1,000 yen.

Venue

Aoi no Mori National Treasure Memorial Hall

Kami-aoimachi, Hitoyoshi-shi, Kumamoto 868-0005