Overview
Kemari is a ball game where players keep a ball from touching the ground using only their legs and feet.
At Kompira-gu Shrine, it is played by the group of 6 people called Za with wearing traditional Kimonos which used to be worn by court nobles since the Heian period.
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History
Kemari was brought to Japan from Ming Dynasty along with Buddhism in around the year 500 AD.
At Kompira-gu Shrine, Kemari is believed to be held in Okushoin garden till the Edo period.
Religious Background
Shintou
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Date
July 7th
Dates and functions are subject to change without notice. Be sure to check the latest information in advance.
Location
Kotohira Town, Kagawa Prefecture
More information
https://ohmatsuri.com/en/matsuri-list/tanabata-kemari-at-konpira-shrine