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Tadasu Noh
- ~Enjoy Noh, a World Heritage Site, in a World Heritage Forest~
Do you know what "Tadasu Noh" is?
"Tadasu Noh" is a revival of the "Tadasugawara Kanjin Sarugaku" that was performed in front of Shogun Ashikaga Yoshimasa and other distinguished feudal lords in 1464, about 550 years ago, on the occasion of the 34th Shikinen Sengu (yearly rebuilding) of Kamomioya Shrine. It is an outdoor Noh performance set in the dance hall of Kamomioya Shrine (an important cultural property), and in 2019, to commemorate the enthronement of Reiwa, it was renamed "Tadasu Noh" and has been held every year as a post-ritual ritual for the Kamo Festival (Aoi Festival).
At Kamo Mioya Shrine, the Sengu began 2100 years ago, and the Saigyo Sengu will be the 60th in 2036. Furthermore, in accordance with Emperor Goichijo's proclamation, the system of Sengu was established every 20 years, and the first one was held on April 13, 1036. It will be a special festival of the year.
This time, we interviewed him about Tadasu Noh, with the theme of "The charm of Tadasu Noh, where water, forests, and people live in harmony." We hope that you will be able to feel the profoundness that is unique to Kyoto.
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Ritsumeikan University Campus Tour
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This program is a special campus tour for elementary and junior high school students where they can see, learn, and experience carbon neutral efforts. The setting is Ritsumeikan University's Kinugasa Campus. University students will act as guides and provide a fun and easy-to-understand introduction to the behind-the-scenes of the eco-campus and the student-led efforts.
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*Please note that the official application website is in Japanese.
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Enter a world of plants that shine at night, surrounded by light and sound
As the oldest public botanical garden in Japan, the Kyoto Prefectural Botanical Garden will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2024 and will be open at night for a limited time, where visitors will be immersed in a mysterious otherworldly world of plants that are different from those seen during the day. Stepping into one of Japan's largest observation greenhouses, you will be greeted by a lush green space decorated with light, sound, set design and projections, and witness the brilliance of plants overflowing with vitality.
As you explore the four different zones, you can use all your senses to sense the breathing and whispering of the plants and the diverse expressions that emerge at night.
Come enjoy an immersive experience in a fantastical world of light and sound that will help you discover new fascination with plants and foster a connection with nature.
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Takao, Kyoto's inner sanctum, is known as a little-known hidden gem, and is a place where locals living in Kyoto visit for a day trip in search of relaxation.
Meals are served in the airy, open riverside seating, while gazing at the vibrant green of the maple leaves.
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A city where the culture of geisha and maiko who provide heartfelt hospitality through their dancing and other traditional arts has been passed down for generations, and where Kyoto's traditional culture is carefully preserved."Glamorous district"Kyoto's entertainment district flourished as a major center of hospitality culture.
In the Kagai district, geisha and maiko have the spring and autumn performances as their one goal, but they also spend their days training in dance and other performing arts, as well as studying traditional culture such as the tea ceremony. The kimonos and other attire that complement them are supported by the skills of many artisans, including traditional craft artisans, hairdressers, and kimono dressers. In addition to events unique to the Kagai district, such as the opening ceremony, they also inherit seasonal customs and continue to cherish and protect Kyoto's traditional culture by participating in traditional Kyoto events such as the Jidai Matsuri.
Let's experience traditional culture at this valuable museum located in the entertainment district of Gion Kobu.
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① Visit to the Silk Fabric Museum (time required: about 15 minutes)
The White Silk Fabric Museum is a museum specializing in white kimono fabrics. We exhibit about 50 types of white fabrics carefully selected from the 200 types and 3,000 patterns that Itoyuki has woven so far for post-dyeing (dyed kimono), where fabric is woven from raw silk and then dyed later. You can actually touch the white fabrics, which have various characteristics depending on the production area and type of thread, and see their texture and beautiful luster. We will introduce the process of making one bolt of white fabric, including cocoon production by domestic silkworm farmers and information on the amount of cocoons needed for a kimono.
② "Handloom" Experience (Time required: approx. 15 minutes)
Our in-house instructor will demonstrate the handloom weaving process and explain how the warp and weft threads work. Afterwards, you can enjoy the experience of weaving using a handloom.3. Kinsai Yuzen Workshop (Time required: approx. 1 hour 30 minutes)
Enjoy the experience of dyeing pure silk fabric, a high-quality material used in kimonos, with the Yuzen technique and finishing with gold leaf. Our in-house instructors will provide careful instruction, so even beginners can participate with confidence. The completed work will be framed and handed to you, so you can take it home as a keepsake.Link KyotoKyoto experiencetraditional craftsLINK KYOTOKyoto sustainable tourismsustainableKyoto sightseeingKyoto culturetraditional culture
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This is a rare opportunity to be introduced to a real Kyoto maiko (or geisha), learn, enjoy the senses, and be enchanted as you watch the maiko perform traditional Kyoto dance, interact with her, ask questions, and take souvenir photos.
*Explanation will be in English.
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