The Jindai-Odori Rain Dance – Part 1 | An Ancient Ritual of the Iya Valley
Deep in the mountains of Tokushima Prefecture’s Miyoshi City, the people of the remote Iya Valley have been performing a traditional “rain dance” each summer for over a thousand years. Recently held on July 23rd for the first time in 3 years, both young and old residents took part in this nationally recognized Important Folk Culture Asset. The unique traditions of a secluded valley called IyaMiyoshi City’s Iya Valley is renowned for being a hidden place. With its ancient vine bridges, remote hillside villages, and links to fugitive samurai warriors, many legends and relics have made their mark...
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