[What day is it today? | Tohoku Edition] What day is January 2nd?

Located in the northeastern part of Akita Prefecture, bordering Aomori and Iwate Prefectures, Ohirumemuchi Shrine is located in the Hachimantai district of Kazuno City. Every year on January 2nd, the shrine offers a performance of the precious folk art form "Dainichido Bugaku," a dance with a history spanning approximately 1,300 years. It is registered as a National Important Intangible Cultural Property and a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. What is Dainichido Bugaku? When Dainichido Bugaku Shrine (commonly known as Dainichido) was rebuilt by imperial decree in 718, musicians (specializing in Bugaku and Gagaku) ​​traveled from the capital to perform it with the renowned monk Gyoki, who would later be counted as one of the "Four Saints" of Todaiji Temple in Nara.

Located in the northeastern part of Akita Prefecture, Ohirumemuchi Shrine is located in the Hachimantai district of Kazuno City, bordering Aomori and Iwate prefectures. Every year on January 2nd, the shrine offers a performance of Dainichido Bugaku, a precious folk art form with a history of approximately 1,300 years and registered as a National Important Intangible Cultural Property and a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. https://jp.neft.asia/archives/49283 Dainichido Bugaku on January 2nd, 2026 On January 2nd, 2026, I visited Kazuno City to witness the Dainichido Bugaku, a performance that can only be seen once a year. The night before (January 1st), in front of Kazuno Hanawa Station. January 1st, the day before, is a day of celebration for the Tohoku region...