Have you ever heard of Kagura? It’s a wonderful performance done in honour of the gods. The practice of this tradition dates back at least 200years and differs in most regions in Japan. Kunisaki, being the Shinto capital of Japan, is no exception. The form which Kagura takes on in this area is exceptionally different and has a harsher yet delicate feel to it. The story line usually represents battles between the deities (such as battles between Gods and Demons). The performers wear elaborate costumes and masks, which are in themselves a work of art. The pure weight of the costumes is probably around 3-4kgs in total, which when trying to perform something as delicate as this, is an additional struggle. Again, this is done for a religious purpose and so people take extreme pride in participating in it and try their hardest as it is in honour of the Gods. Being a religious event, it is extremely rare for the locals to have foreigners participate in this sort of activity so, even if you don’t have the opportunity to participate in this amazing event, don’t feel discouraged and see how language is not needed in the theatre. Emotion and passion alone can convey a message about morals and values.