Miyanosho Kagura Troupe

Kagura Day: February 7, 2027 (Sun)

Takiyasha-hime
(Princess Takiyasha)

Takiyasha-hime is a famous and tragic Kagura play about Satsuki-hime, the daughter of Taira no Masakado. Seeking to avenge her father’s bitter death through witchcraft, she transforms into Princess Takiyasha, only to be defeated by an Onmyoji (a master of Yin-Yang magic).

Synopsis

Satsuki-hime prays at Kibune Shrine for seven days and seven nights to avenge her father, Taira no Masakado, who was defeated by Fujiwara no Hidesato and Taira no Sadamori in the Tengyo Rebellion. After receiving supernatural powers, she renames herself Takiyasha-hime and returns to Soma Castle in Shimosa Province where she plots a rebellion with many followers. Learning of this, Lord Otake no Chujo Mitsukuni heads to Soma Castle in Shimosa Province under an imperial decree. Using the Yin-Yang spiritual arts of the Onmyoji, he overcomes Takiyasha-hime’s witchcraft and successfully vanquishes her.

Highlights of the Performance

The key highlights include the dramatic transformation of the graceful and elegant princess into a demoness wielding witchcraft, as well as the fierce battle between the warlord, the princess, and her minions.

Although we are still developing our craft,
we will do our utmost to convey the wonder and charm of Kagura.
We sincerely appreciate your warm support and guidance.

Troupe Overview

Troupe Name

Miyanosho Kagura Troupe

Location

Shinjo, Kitahiroshima Town

Troupe History

The Miyanosho Kagura Troupe was established in the late Meiji period. Until World War II, its performances mainly featured the Yagami-style rhythm of Kagura. Around 1949, the current troupe leader’s grandfather learned the new Takada-mai (Shin-mai / new-style Kagura) from groups in Midori Town and the former Chiyoda Town and brought it back to the troupe. Since then, the troupe has mainly performed Shin-mai. Around 2008, it temporarily followed mainstream Kagura trends; however, after discussions among its members, the troupe shifted its focus back to its roots. Today, the troupe is working to recreate dances and musical accompaniment based on the performances from the troupe’s heyday, while striving to refine its performances through trial and error. Currently, the troupe has 14 members and maintains a repertoire of 7 performance pieces, putting particular effort into Tsuchigumo (The Earth Spider).

Troupe Characteristics

Members ranging from young talents to seasoned veterans work hard together through continuous trial and error.

TOUR ROUTE

Schedule

Meet at Hiroshima Station.

A tour escort will be waiting for you at the meeting point.