Journeys in Japan - Season 7 Episode 33 : Munakata: The Sea and Goddesses 2025
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Munakata City is located in northwestern Kyushu, facing the Sea of Genkai. As an ancient maritime trade route, Munakata opened its doors to international commerce and cultures, playing an important role in history. The city has been nurtured by deep faith since mythical times. And the 1,400-year-old Munakata Taisha, which worships three sister goddesses, is at the center of that faith. Munakata Taisha holds an annual ritual in which the two elder goddesses-who live on nearby islands-travel to join their younger sister in Munakata. Hundreds of fishing boats take part in the spectacular Miare Festival, carrying vibrant banners. Poet Peter MacMillan visits Munakata Taisha and observes the ritual-getting transported back in time.
- Released: Jan 01, 1970
- Runtime: 00:28:14 minutes
- Genre: Documentary
- Stars: Bill Sullivan
- Network: NHK WORLD-JAPAN
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