Mushono no Dai Nenbutsu
Japanese name: 無生野の大念仏（むしょうののだいねんぶつ）
Uenohara, Yamanashi
2027
Sun, Feb 21
Dai Nenbutsu on lunar January 16 (lunar calendar conversion)
Mon, Aug 16
Dai Nenbutsu on August 16
About the festival
This nenbutsu dance is handed down in the Mushono district of Akiyama, Uenohara, Yamanashi, and its origin is told in connection with Prince Moriyoshi (Otonomiya) and Princess Hinatsuru. A ritual space decorated with green bamboo and gohei paper offerings is set up in a room of the community hall, and a ring of dancers circles to the sound of a large shimedaiko drum and bells. Its sequence also shows strong Shugendo influence.
A ritual space two ken (about 3.6 m) square, decorated with green bamboo at the four corners and center
The ippon-dachi and nihon-dachi pieces, performed with swords
Eight people in all, the toyaku, aitoyaku and six assistants, conduct the ritual
Photos
Key facts
- Category
- UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage: Furyu-odori dances
- Location
- Uenohara, Yamanashi
- Main venue
- Mushono Community Hall (Akiyama, Uenohara)
- Getting there
- A local bus toward Mushono from Uenohara Station on the JR Chuo Line is the usual option.
This description was written by Matsuri Biyori based on public information. Dates and details may change. Please check the organizers' latest information before you go. Translated from the Japanese original.
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FAQ
- When is Mushono no Dai Nenbutsu held in 2027?
- In 2027, it is scheduled for Sun, Feb 21, Mon, Aug 16 (Calculated from the usual rule).
- Where is Mushono no Dai Nenbutsu held?
- It is held in Uenohara, Yamanashi. The main venue is Mushono Community Hall (Akiyama, Uenohara).
- How are the dates of Mushono no Dai Nenbutsu set?
- The 16th day of the 1st month of the lunar calendar (late February to early March in the Gregorian calendar) and August 16 (Mushono Community Hall)