Kame Odori (Giant Turtle Dance)
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The turtle's shell is five meters in diameter and a man costumed as Urashima rides on top. About 30 young men go inside the turtle. The turtle’s neck lengthens and it begins to slowly crawl. Villagers in front of and behind the turtle wave their hands and dance in a humorous style.
Municipality
Misato Town
Category
Other
Specific Location
Nagoshi-dani, Misato Town (former Tomochi Town)
Cultural Property Designation
Tomochi Town Intangible Folk Cultural Property December, 22, 1972
Performance Date(s)
Irregular
Performance Location
Sankei Area
Preservation Society
Sankei Area