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Introduction of the Kaguradan/
Junijinki Kagura, widely seen in the Ota River basin, consists of 12 events, and each type has a front and back dance, so there are 24 dances in total. These Junijinki Kagura (12 Kagura) are different depending on the region.

Inoguchi Kagura is a unique one that inherits the tradition of Iwami Kagura, and additionally added Geishu Kagura (Bingo Kagura). The highlight of Junijinki Kagura is “Seki (Arahira) no Mai".

It is the story of Tayu who preaches a monster called Arahira who comes from abroad and works evil deeds, and picks up the magic wand that he possessed, and the wisdom of humans ・Jin and Yu are expressed.

Representative's name /SHIMODOI Kenji (Kagura Department Leader)
Number of group members/80 people
Local Shrine/ Iguchi Otoshi Shrine
Performance period at a local shrine/ the second or third Saturday of October
Official tour Kagura Performance/Not Available

Information

Address
2-19-15 Inokuchi, Nishi-ku, Hiroshima 733-0842 (Secretariat)

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