Moved by the Event of Hachioji Kuruma Ningyo and Geisha at Kagurazaka Ryotei Yukimoto
Moved by the Event of Hachioji Kuruma Ningyo and Geisha at Kagurazaka Ryotei Yukimoto On Saturday, May 25th, the 16th edition of “Kagura Goyomi,” featuring Hachioji Kuruma Ningyo, was held at Kagurazaka Ryotei Yukimoto. This regular event, hosted by Yukimoto, delves into Japanese culture each season. It’s a rare opportunity to enjoy both traditional Japanese culture and the performances of Kagurazaka geisha. Deeply Moved by the Event of Hachioji Kuruma Ningyo and Geisha at Kagurazaka Ryotei Yukimoto This was my first time attending a “Kagura Goyomi” event, and I was deeply moved by every aspect of it. The exquisite craftsmanship of the Kuruma Ningyo puppeteers, the elegance of the geisha’s dance and shamisen performances, the impeccable hospitality of Yukimoto, and the delicious food—all of these elements came together to create an overwhelming experience. The Kuruma Ningyo performances ranged from classical Japanese puppet theater to modern arrangements with flamenco puppets, all of which were outstanding and left a lasting impression. The next “Kagura Goyomi” is scheduled for July, and I am eagerly looking forward to attending again. This is an event that I hope many foreigners, as well as Japanese people, will have the chance to experience. Hachioji Kuruma