Year of Prayer

Year of Prayer

Event Overview

The Kurokawa Noh seen at this festival is famous throughout the country, and has been protected by the hands of the children as the god of Kasuga Shrine for more than 500 years. Shinto, Noh No. 2, Kyogen No. 1 is performed, and Kanen requires 5,000 yen per person.

Info

JR Tsuruoka Station → 20 minutes by car
10km15 minutes from Yamagata-do Shonai Asahi IC via National Route 112
80 units/free

Event Period

Price

Viewing fee (Tamakushi fee) 5000 yen

Event Category

Traditional performing arts and dances

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