Takachiho shrine

The shrine has a long history, having been established 1,900 years ago.

It enshrines the deities of agriculture, marriage, traffic safety, and

protection against misfortune. Located just west of the town center,

it is nestled in a grove of tall cedars. During the day, the shrine’s simple,

unpainted buildings blend naturally with the surrounding trees.

The filtering light brings with it an air of calm, peaceful reverence.

Today, this legend is reenacted through Yokagura, a series of 33 dances

depicting the divine conflict and other deeds of the gods. On winter

weekends, people gather to watch all-night performances held at different

locations each week, including private homes. These performances take

place on Saturday evenings from mid-November to mid-February.

Today, this legend is reenacted through Yokagura, a series of 33 dances

depicting the divine conflict and other deeds of the gods. On winter weekends,

people gather to watch all-night performances held at different locations each

week, including private homes. These performances take place on Saturday

evenings from mid-November to mid-February.