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The Mountain Spirit of Shiiba Village

Shiiba, one of Japan's three great unexplored regions, is hidden in mountains over 1,000 meters tall. The people in this secluded village have preserved their traditional landscapes and ancient practices like slash-and-burn farming, hunting, as well as mountain worship. In this winter journey, Canadian traveler Vincent experiences Shiiba's living traditions, including its mystical Kagura ritual dance.

English
  • Originally Aired February 4, 2025
  • Runtime 28 minutes
  • Created February 4, 2025 by
    cparrey
  • Modified February 4, 2025 by
    cparrey