Introduction of The Festival
| Lion Dance of Yasakajinja | Fukui Pref |
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The Shishimai (lion dance) of Yasakajinja is said to have started to pray for the prevention of infectious diseases. Two single youngsters dance around the village visiting each residential house. It is said to have started in the beginning of the Kamakura period (1192-1333 A.D.).
Category |
Protection from evil・lion dance |
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Location(s) |
40-1 Yai, Minamiechizen Cho, Fukui Prefecture Yasakajinja |
Date(s) of Matsuri |
October 10-11 |
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Conservation Group |
Yasakajinja Shishimai Hozonkai |
Note |
Intangible folk cultural assets designated by the prefecture |