Shirakawa-Ryu Juni Kagura 20 Yaegaki Shrine, Yamada Machi 12 dances accompanied by sacred music to invoke nationwide peace and security. Kumano Shrine Kagura 20 Kumano Shrine, Hikata Machi This Kagura, also called Iwato Kagura, is said to be one of the oldest traditional Kagura performances in the area. It invokes nationwide peace, the well-being of families, and a good harvest. A nighttime festival from the Edo period. Folk performances and local Kagura take place in the soft light of paper lanterns adorning the shrine precincts.
People come to pray for perfect health and the safety of their families.
This shrine is said to have been moved to its present location from Ise. The object of the Kagura, presented by 15 dancers, is to invoke a good harvest. There is also a parade including children in beautiful costumes.