Karahara no Dengaku (Karasu Dengaku)

Karahara no Dengaku (Karasu Dengaku)

Event Overview

The "Kashihara Dengaku" passed down at Kawakami Shrine within the grounds of Ohara Shrine. The dengaku dance is performed by nine people: four playing binzasara, four on drums, and one on flute. The last person with the binzasara takes on the role of the "crow," jumping forward three steps while calling out "kaa. kaa. kaa." in unison. This action resembles a crow, which is said to be the origin of the name "Karasu Dengaku." It has been registered as the first intangible folk cultural asset of Kyoto Prefecture, recognized as a precious traditional culture passed down since the Kamakura period. The performance will begin at 2 PM.

Info

  • Event Location:   
  • Kawakami Shrine (within the grounds of Ohara Shrine)
  • Address:   
  • 107 Ohara-dani, Miyama-cho, Nantan-shi, Kyoto
  • Public Transportation:   
JR Wachi Station → Nantan City Bus 13 minutes, bus stop: Shimokashihara, 5 minutes on foot
  • Car Access:   
30 minutes from Kyoto Longitudinal Tanba IC via National Route 9.27 and Prefectural Route 12 Ayabe Miyajima Line
  • Phone Number:   
  • 0771-75-9110 (Miyama-cho Ono Promotion Association/* weekdays only)
  • Parking Number:   
20 units/free

Event Period

  • October 13, 2025 (Monday, Holiday)

Price

Free

Event Category

Traditional performing arts and dances

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