Ushio Shrine

2023.08.11

Ushio Shrine

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Historic Shrine of Katakami

Known affectionately as “Katakami’s Tenno-san,” this ancient shrine was established in 792, enshrining deities such as Okuninushi from the renowned “Izumo Taisha.”
The reconstructed worship hall boasts intricate carvings, including depictions of swimming carps and tales of Emperor Juntoku, reflecting the craftsmanship of master builders and artisans of the time.
A sacred tree, believed to be around 1,000 years old and standing in front of the hall, is revered for granting fertility and safe childbirth.

Prestigious Noh Stage

Located to the left as one faces the main shrine building, the stage faces the main approach.
The current Noh stage, modeled after the Honma family’s stage, was reconstructed in 1900 (Meiji 33) and features a gabled front, a hipped rear, and tiled roofing.

Continuation of Decorations and Tradition

The mirror board is adorned with paintings of pine and bamboo, and the surrounding “rainbow beams” are carved with young leaves, showcasing decorative details.
The permanent chorus seating area has ornamental balustrades on both sides, and both the mirror room and bridgeway are permanent fixtures.

A Representative Noh Stage of Sado

One of the “Kuninaka Four Noh Venues,” where regular Noh performances were popular.
Even today, on the eve of the Ushio Shrine festival on June 12th, performers from around the island gather for a traditional Noh performance.
This stage boasts the largest dimensions in terms of stage height, opening height, and bridgeway length on Sado, standing as one of the island’s most majestic and representative Noh stages.

(Document provided by: Sado City)

Gallery

The worship hall is adorned with lavish carvings.
The worship hall is adorned with lavish carvings.
The intricate carvings are a must-see
The intricate carvings are a must-see
A monument to Nomura Ransaku, a Noh performer who contributed to Sado's Noh theater.
A monument to Nomura Ransaku, a Noh performer who contributed to Sado’s Noh theater.
The towering 'Anzan-sugi' cedar tree along the approach.
The towering ‘Anzan-sugi’ cedar tree along the approach.
A Noh stage with dignity and grandeur.
A Noh stage with dignity and grandeur.
Ema (votive plaques) hung on the Anzan-sugi tree.
Ema (votive plaques) hung on the Anzan-sugi tree.
The Anzan-sugi tree, said to be around 1,000 years old.
The Anzan-sugi tree, said to be around 1,000 years old.
Ema hung at the Tenmangu Shrine within the precincts.
Ema hung at the Tenmangu Shrine within the precincts.
The approach path filled with refreshing air.
The approach path filled with refreshing air.
The guardian lion-dogs along the approach.
The guardian lion-dogs along the approach.

Access

Address：2529 Shinhogatakami, Sado City, Niigata Prefecture,952-0103,Japan

Explore other Noh theaters

SVG Clickable Map Example – English Version
DistanceCarBicycle
To Shiizaki Suwa Shrine4.6㎞8min14min
To The Honma Family’s Noh Stage1㎞2min3min
To Kamo Shrine8.4㎞16min25min
To Daizen Shrine15㎞22min45min
ToHori Kinen Kanai Nohgakudo10.8㎞17min32min
Time is just an estimate.

主催：公益社団法人能楽協会、独立行政法人日本芸術文化振興会、文化庁
委託：令和５年度日本博 2.0 事業（委託型）

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