Kagura-Chakuto

Chieko Kojima and Kaoru Watanabe. Kagura, a dance performed at shrines as offerings for the Kami is accompanied by Chakuto, music used originally in the Kabuki theater, performed to an empty audience to signal the beginning of a day in which Kabuki will be performed. Island to Island Friday March 4, 2011 Rhythmix Cultural Works Alameda, CA video: shot and edited by Pons Maar