Namahage tradition

GPTKB entity

Statements (61)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:organization
gptkbp:bfsLayer 6
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Oga
gptkbp:associated_with gptkb:festival
gptkbp:depicted_in local festivals
gptkbp:features demon-like figures
gptkbp:form gptkb:organization
performative art
ritualistic performance
gptkbp:has regional variations
various interpretations
mythical origins
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Namahage tradition
gptkbp:includes traditional costumes
offerings of food
gptkbp:involves gptkb:award
visiting homes
gptkbp:is_a_source_of local pride
cultural tourism.
gptkbp:is_a_way_to preserve cultural heritage
educate children
connect with ancestors
gptkbp:is_associated_with winter solstice
gptkbp:is_celebrated_in gptkb:Akita_Prefecture
during winter
in January
with family gatherings
with local cuisine
with traditional dances
gptkbp:is_characterized_by loud shouting
gptkbp:is_documented_in cultural studies
gptkbp:is_featured_in gptkb:documentaries
cultural events
festivals and parades
gptkbp:is_influenced_by Shinto beliefs
gptkbp:is_known_for its unique masks
gptkbp:is_linked_to local legends
gptkbp:is_often_associated_with gptkb:mythological_figure
gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as gptkb:theatre
gptkb:artwork
a rite of passage
a scary event
gptkbp:is_part_of gptkb:mythological_figure
tourist attractions
local identity
regional folklore
gptkbp:is_recognized_by gptkb:UNESCO
an important cultural heritage
gptkbp:is_recognized_for its vibrant colors
gptkbp:is_reflected_in community values
gptkbp:is_related_to harvest celebrations
gptkbp:origin Oga City
gptkbp:performed_by in rural areas
local men
by groups of men
gptkbp:promotes community bonding
gptkbp:purpose scaring children
gptkbp:subject gptkb:academic_research
gptkbp:symbol cultural resilience
gptkbp:symbolizes good fortune
gptkbp:tradition passed down through generations