Introduction of The Festival

Tsuinashiki in Shokaiji Hyogo Pref・Kobe City
23_性海寺の追儺式

Tsuinashiki (a ceremony of driving out evil spirits) in the Shokaiji temple features red, blue and child devils, who hold torches, hammers and small drums while dancing. They go around the temple hall three times after priest’s prayer.

Category
Protection from evil・Dance
Location(s)
Nishi Ward, Kobe City Shokaiji
Date(s) of Matsuri
Coming-of-Age Day
Contact
Access
Ten minutes taxi ride from Subway Seishinchuo Station
URL
Conservation Group
Shokaiji Tsuinashiki Hozonkai
Note
Intangible folk cultural assets designated by the city