Shoya no Saru Odori (Monkey Dance)
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The dance's origin is unknown. But, its comical nature is known to draw laughs! It consists of a monkey parent and many baby monkeys. The group wear monkey masks, long, red underpants and Asian conical hats, handmade from bamboo and paper. But, its comical nature is known to draw laughs!
Municipality
Asagiri Town
Category
Other
Specific Location
Shoya (Fukada-higashi, Asagiri Town)
Cultural Property Designation
Asagiri Town Intangible Folk Cultural Property December 17, 2003
Performance Date(s)
No fixed date
Performance Location
Preservation Society
Shoya Saru Odori Preservation Society