Namahage Museum
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Prefektuuri: Akita
Osoite: Akita, Japan
Lähin asema: Oga Station (JR Oga Line), bus or taxi required
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Luottokortit: Tuntematon
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Akita, Japan
Hanki reittiohjeetFrequently Asked Questions
What is Namahage?
Namahage are fearsome masked demon-like figures from Oga Peninsula folklore. On New Year's Eve, costumed villagers visit homes asking 'Are there any lazy people here?' to ward off evil and encourage hard work. The tradition is UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage. The museum displays over 150 regional mask variations.
Can I see a live Namahage performance?
Yes! Shinzan Shrine next to the museum hosts live Namahage reenactments year-round (combined ticket available). Shows run multiple times daily and demonstrate how Namahage visit homes. The adjacent Namahage-kan (Sedo Festival Museum) also shows video presentations.
When is the real Namahage festival?
The authentic Namahage visits happen on New Year's Eve (December 31) in villages across the Oga Peninsula—but these are local rituals, not tourist events. The Namahage Sedo Festival at Shinzan Shrine (second weekend of February) is the major public event with bonfires and multiple Namahage performances.
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