Introduction of The Festival

Onioi Odori Hyogo Pref

Onioi (kicking off devils) Odori is the dance performed by an Okina (old man) and four Oni (devils), in red, blue, black or russet colors. It starts with a dance by Okina who swings a flaming Taimatsu torch. Five performers make a big jump upward or swing the sticks or weapons in response to the simple sound of gongs while dancing.

Category
 Protection from evil・For a good harvest
Location(s)
 Kato City Choko-ji
Date(s) of Matsuri
 May 5
Contact
Access
 Twety five minutes taxi ride from JR Takino Station
URL
Conservation Group
 Choko-ji Onioi Odori Hozonkai
Note
 Intangible folk cultural assets designated by the prefecture