Yasaka-jinja Shrine

Shrine
A shrine that is famous for holding the Heron Dance, an ancient ritual and performing art that's a hallmark of the prefecture. Originally the shrine was on top of Mt. Taikodani under the name of Takimoto Gionsha, but it was moved to its current location in 1428 to help protect the castle from evil influences. The Heron Dance is held annually on July 20th and July 27th. It is said that its roots lie in the Heron Dance of the Kyoto Gion Festival held in 1542 to protect against the plague. The lyrics sung during the ceremony are comedic and involve a tea peddler; extremely important for understanding changes in the performing arts, it's been designated a national Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property.

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Shimane Kanoashi-gun Tsuwanocho Ushiroda 67 map map Map
Hours
All day
Closed
open everyday
Fees
[Worship fee] Free
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Wi-Fi
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Estimated stay time
0-30 minutes

Information Sources:  NAVITIME JAPAN

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