
Updated at 2024-04-01
The Kagura Plaque is crafted to harmonize with the renowned Kagura decorations in Japan. Its message conveys a wish that vibrant Kagura dance performances will bring an abundance of joy and good fortune to Taoyuan, while also serving as a prayer for smooth and successful endeavors. Furthermore, Kagura holds prominence in Miyazaki as a celebrated Shinto ritual, where dancers perform from dusk until dawn to honor the divine. Designated as a vital intangible cultural heritage in 1978, Kagura stands as a testament to Japan's rich traditional folk art.
Alliance Date: October 05, 2017
Language: Japanese
Area: 7,735 square kilometers
Population: Approx. 1,070,000 people
Main Industries/Features: Miyazaki Prefecture's sunny weather and beautiful coastline earned it the nickname Japan's Sunshine Place. It is also known as the birthplace of Japanese mythology for the vast number of legend-riveted shrines within its jurisdiction. The policies of Miyazaki Prefecture focus on healthcare, long-term care services, and youth education and support diversified operations in agriculture, forestry, and animal husbandry to assist in industrial transformation.