Free Iwami Kagura Workshop
Participate in a free hands-on experience guided by performers of an ancient ritual on July 31, 2022! Iwami kagura is a traditional performing art practiced in Shimane Prefecture, the land of gods in Japan surrounded by the sea and mystic mountains where ancient stories of Japan were born. This workshop includes a lecture on Japanese performing arts, performance, and hands-on experience session. Don’t miss this once-in-a-life time opportunity!
Program
Sunday, July 31, 2022
13:00 – 13:30 Registration
13:30 – 14:00 Lecture on Iwami Kagura
14:00 – 14:30 Performance of Orochi, Giant Snake
14:30 – 15:00 Experience of giant snake tricks, taiko drum or small cymbals
15:00 – 15:10 Reflection and Survey
Place: Seki-o-Bunka-Hall in Hamada City, Shimane Prefecture, Japan
Application
URL: https://forms.gle/pAVxXvkVV9getQ1C8
Contact
Prof. Mariko Eguchi, Univ. of Shimane
ma-eguchi@u-shimane.ac.jp
What is Iwami Kagura?
Iwami kagura is one of traditional performing arts of Japan practiced in the Iwami region, which is the old name of the current Shimane prefecture in Japan. As of 2013, there are about 160 kagura companies in the Iwami region that is located to the north of Hiroshima. It’s common to see their performances at shrines, community centers, shopping malls, schools and festivals.
Following links are videos created by Professor Mariko Eguchi at the University of Shimane.
Hachiman
Orochi
Jing Ring
Mythical World of Iwami Kagura
Religious Aspects of Iwami Kagura
Survival of Iwami Kagura
Here is the link to the official Iwami Kagura website.