Overview
Ageuma Shinji, the ritual of hill climb horse, is the most significant event at Tado Shrine. 6 young men who represent each district will ride a horse to climb up the hill and get over the 2m wall.
People of Tado believe that they can have a prediction about rice crop based on the result of the event.
In the 2nd day, Yabusame, a mounted archery in traditional Japanese archery, carry out.
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History
The ritual to dedicate horses to the shrine is believed to be started during the Nanboku-chō period, spanning from 1336 to 1392, before developed as the festival.
Religious Background
Shintou
Image
Via Shikoku News
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Date
May 4th to 5th
Dates and functions are subjects to change without notice. Be sure to check the latest information in advance.
Location
Tado-town, Kuwana-city Mie-Prefecture
More information
http://www.nihon-kankou.or.jp.e.wp.hp.transer.com/mie/detail/24301ba2210026854