In the areas of Shima City where Ama fishing is popular, the ``Ishikyo'' ritual has been practiced since ancient times, in which stones with scriptures written on them are lowered into the sea as a ritual to pray for mariners and fish lost on the sea, as well as to pray for safe voyages and bountiful catches. There is a custom.
We will talk about the messages left by our predecessors from examples from Shima City, including the Kumanonada coast.
In Shima City, the custom of Ishikyo can be seen in fishing villages such as Koka, Shijima, Nakiri, and Wagu, and it is still passed down as a custom to pray for a rich catch and to offer memorial services to mariners and fish.
We will tell you about its origin and historical background through this performance.
Special Researcher, Research Institute for Japanese Folk Culture, Kanagawa University
Completed doctoral course at Kanagawa University Graduate School of History and Folklore Studies.
Ph.D. (Historical and Folklore Materials) Researched the livelihood and folk beliefs of fishing villages across the country.
Specializes in folklore (Buddhist folklore, fishing customs)
| Place | Shima Cultural Center 535 Wagu, Shimacho |
| Date | Saturday, July 7th |
| Time | 13: 30-15: 30 (Open 13:00) |
| lecturer | Yuki Onodera |
If you wish to participate, please apply in advance by phone or fax.
| Application period | ~ 7 month 25 day |
| Where to apply | Shima Country/Guide Taki |
| TEL / FAX | 0599-72-5511 |
| Mobile phone | 090-3466-7512 |
"Shima Country Guide" is recruiting volunteer guides for Shima City.
``Activities such as volunteer guides related to Shima City tourism'' are carried out as a collaborative project with Shima City.
