Shūhaira (Mita)

Shūhaira (Mita)

[9-10 September] A colourful ceremony celebrating harvest and giving thanks.

Shūhaira, a traditional Dengaku dance developed to celebrate and pray for good harvest, is performed every year on Nishinoshima Island. The locals perform the ritual to worship and give thanks to 10 directions for prosperity, and the dance is designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan.


Day 1 = Dress rehearsal


Day 2 = Official ceremony at Mita Hachimangu Shrine


*Please respect local culture and tradition.

Information

Event Date(s)
9-10 September
Place
Mita Hachimangu Shrine, Beppu Area
Remarks
Bring a hat, an umbrella and drinks with you. The dance is performed on an outdoor stage, therefore it can be very hot on a sunny day.

Shūhaira festival in Mita Machimangu Shrine is held in odd numbered years only.
Address
2177 Mita, Nishinoshima-cho, Oki-gun
Access
From Beppu Port
5 min on foot
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