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Okina-mai

Name: Okina-mai
Start: 2026-10-08
End: 2026-10-08
Location: Nara Mamehiko Shrine

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Experience the ancient roots of Noh and Kyogen through the sacred Okina-mai dance at Nara Mamehiko Shrine.

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Schedule

October 8, 2026 20:00 – October 8, 2026 21:00

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Okina-mai is a highly precious ritual dance preserved at Nara Mamehiko Shrine, considered the original source of traditional Japanese performing arts like Noh and Kyogen.

Highlights

Roots of traditional performing artsNight festival at a historic shrineNational Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property

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About Okina-mai

Experience Cultural Roots: A rare chance to see the origins of Noh and Kyogen, a National Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property.
Mystical Night Atmosphere: The dance performed by the light of ceremonial bonfires creates a beautiful, spiritual scene.
Historic Setting: Enjoy a profound experience within the sacred space of a shrine with over 1,300 years of history.

Weather forecast

Tue

9/1

32°/25°

94%

Wed

9/2

31°/25°

97%

Thu

9/3

26°/24°

94%

Fri

9/4

26°/23°

92%

Sat

9/5

27°/23°

61%

Sun

9/6

27°/24°

47%

Mon

9/7

30°/23°

41%

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Tips

Clothing
As this is a night event, please bring warm clothing to prepare for the temperature drop.
Etiquette
Please maintain silence and respect as this is a sacred Shinto ritual.

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