[20 May 2009 | 5 Comments | ]
Horanenya Festival 2009, Matsue

The Horanenya festival in Matsue, Shimane prefecture is a very rare and colorful sight!

The spirit of a “Kitsune” fox god is transported between two shrines on by boat.
Kabuki actors dance wildly while the rowers chant “Horanenya!” (a plea to the gods for a good harvest).

This festival spans three days and is held only once every 12 years.

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