Dontoyaki, an event to drive away evil spirits by burning New Year’s decorations, is held to pray for good health and a bountiful harvest.At the venue, there will be Amazake (sweet sake), dangoshiba making (sticking rolled mochi on tree branches), traditional games, and a performance of Daikoku-mai.In the evening, adults dressed as Namomi(a visiting god in the form of an demon) visit houses with children to wish for their healthy growth. Venue｜Donton-yaki： Sonmin Hiroba in front of Noda Village Hall Namomi will tour citizen’s homes in Noda Village.　 　　　To register for Namomi visiting observation, please contact Namomi Hozonkai office (in Noda Village Hall) TEL: 0194-78-2936 Access Access model from Tokyo … Continue reading 【Sanriku Festival】 Noda Village, Koshogatu(first full moon)Event 2025.1.15(Wed.)