なまはげ Namahage ~ The Dreadful God.

Namahage is a folk event of Akita Prefecture.

Namahage wearing a mask of the ogre,and have an ax or kitchen knife.

 


 In New Year's Eve,Namahage visiting the houses,and act violently with rough voice.

They have the cliches.
“泣く子はいねが!(Nakuko ha inega!)”
This means“Is there a child who cry?”

Adults are welcome while soothing the Namahage.

Children fear Namahage,it is a warning that should not do a crime for children.

Namahage is also a God.
Namahage is visiting in order to expel evil,and bring felicity.

The event is carried out in winter,it is possible to see the Namahage if you go to the Oga Peninsula in Akita.
Oga is the center of Namahage event.

In Oga, there is also an image of a large Namahage such.


There is also a museum that exhibits the costumes Namahage,if you go there, then you will can know the origin of Namahage and history of this region.

However, if you look at the Namahage true,it is a good idea to go to New Year's Eve.
Everyone will be able to see the events of Namahage.Also tourists of course.

If you look up close Namahage,you will be surprised at the the force.


If you go to the Oga Peninsula, you can meet to Namahage at any time.
★Namahage hotels★
↑↑ Let's look for a nice hotel to see the Namahage!


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