The Embassy of Japan in Malta, in collaboration with Hamada City in Shimane Prefecture, Japan, is delighted to present a special performance of traditional Japanese dance theatre to commemorate the 60th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Malta this year.
Iwami Kagura is a traditional performing art from the Iwami region in western Shimane Prefecture.
Celebrated for its vivid and resplendent fusion of dance, music, and narrative drama, Iwami Kagura traces its roots to sacred Shinto rituals performed by priests during the Edo period (17th to 19th centuries). Over time, it transformed from a solemn religious ceremony into a dynamic form of folk entertainment, now a highlight of local festivals and community events.
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