Experience the history and culture of Amami Oshima's events and festivals

Experience the history and culture surrounding the events and festivals of Amami Oshima

There is a village called "Mizato" written as "Mizato". The current population of the village is about 120 households.

There are many people with the surname "Shidama" in this village.

Also, did you know that each village on Amami Oshima has a space called "Kamimichi" or "Miya"?

What is Kamimichi?: There is a secret narrow path in the village called "Kamimichi" ( divine path ), and as the name suggests, it is treasured as a "path that the gods walk on". Therefore, it is always kept clean.

What is Miya? After walking along this Kamimichi for a while, you will come to Miya. Since ancient times, important village events have begun at a place called Miya. The August Dance, a culture of Amami Oshima, begins at Miya, where it is dedicated to the gods. (The dance circle descends from the beach, as seen in the photo.)

Currently, at the harvest festivals held in each village on Amami Oshima, a visit to Miya (shrine) is made first, followed by a sumo performance as an offering.

In Miya Square, there is a rock called "Ibiganashi" (bottom left). In Amami, natural stones that are said to be related to the beginning of the village are called "Ibiganashi" and are worshiped as the sacred object of the village. (Image above)

There are many histories related to gods on Amami Oshima. In this way, the "Noro" and "Yuta" are well known as beings related to religious ceremonies. "Noro" are people who are in charge of public rituals in villages and regions, while "Yuta" are people who are

They provide various advice to ordinary individuals. It can be said that Amami Oshima's geographical location and complex historical factors have led to the creation of a wide variety of cultures. If you are interested, I would be happy if you would listen.

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The image shows Hamaore, an event held every May on the seaside in Misato village to pray for a good harvest.

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