Posts Tagged ‘Shrine’
Shrine’s Establishment Day
This festival is held to commemorate the enshrinement of the kami deities at the Osaki Hachiman Shrine after it was built by the local feudal lord Date Masamune (1567-1636). The shrine is beautifully illuminated in the darkness with braziers, and gagaku sacred music and dance are dedicated. Advance reservation is required to participate. Please contact…
Read MorePortable Shrine Procession and Mounted Archery
Once a year, a large mikoshi portable shrine is carried in a parade around the neighborhood. Yabusame horseback archery is dedicated as it has been since the Edo period (1603-1867). All are welcome!
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