Shishi odori’ intangible cultural property of Iwate Prefecture 鹿踊り　岩手県の文化遺産

The Shishi-Odori, or Deer Dance, is a traditional performing art from Iwate Prefecture, designated as an Important Intangible Folk Cultural Property of Japan. This dance mimics the movements of deer and is performed to pray for abundant harvests, ward off evil spirits, and honor ancestors. Dancers wear headdresses resembling deer antlers and energetically perform while beating drums. With variations across regions, the Shishi-Odori reflects Iwate’s deep cultural ties to nature and is cherished as a vital cultural heritage.

鹿踊り（ししおどり）は、岩手県を中心に伝わる伝統芸能で、国の重要無形民俗文化財に指定されています。鹿の動きを模した舞で、五穀豊穣や悪霊退散、祖先供養を祈願します。踊り手は鹿の角を模した頭飾りをつけ、太鼓を叩きながら躍動感あふれる踊りを披露します。地域ごとに様式が異なり、岩手県の自然や文化への感謝を表す重要な文化遺産とされています。

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