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MapJapan Heritage The Kirin Dance of Tajima-Hyogo Prefecture-
The Kirin Dance has also been passed on in Kami Town and Shinonsen Town of the Tajima area, with the Kirin being considered a sacred beast that brings happiness. Different from the dance of the Inaba region, it is performed here as a rhythmical musical dance.
Dancing while holding in their hearts a prayer for safety during the harsh windy seasons, as well as their gratefulness for overcoming these hard times, the Kirin brings happiness to the people living in and travelling these lands.
