Introduction of The Festival
| Shobu Tsunahiki in Tajimakutani | Hyogo Pref |
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Tsunahiki (a tug of war) in Tajimakutani village uses a rope made of plants such as Shobu (sweet flag) and Yomogi (felon herb). Teams are separated by adults group and children group. They pull a rope seven times. If the adult team wins in the last game, it is said that an abundant harvest for the year is expected.
Category |
Protection from evil・Competition・tug of war |
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Location(s) |
Kutani, Shinonsen, Mikata District, Hyogo Prefecture |
Date(s) of Matsuri |
June 5 |
Contact |
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Access |
Ten minutes walk from JR Kutani Station |
URL |
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Conservation Group |
Kutani Shobugumi Hozonkai |
Note |
Important intangible cultural assets designated by the National Government |