Iwayagawa chi Usu Daiko (Mortar Drum Dance)

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Category Name:Furyu (Mortar Drum Dance)

This is said to have been handed down since the Edo period. It is believed to have originated when warriors who boasted of their strength paraded and danced through the festive halls during victory celebrations after battles were over. It is performed at village celebrations, village festivals, and town cultural festivals.

Municipality

Ashikita Town

Category

Furyu (Mortar Drum Dance)

Specific Location

Iwayagawachi, Ashikita Town

Cultural Property Designation

Ashikita Town Intangible folk cultural property, April 15, 1994 (Heisei 6)

Performance Date(s)

Irregular

Performance Location

Preservation Society

Iwayagawachi Kawauchi Usu Drum Dancing Preservation Society