Japanese Horseback Archery celebrates UNESCO World Heritage Anniversary at Sengan-en

Yabusame 1
Yabusame 1

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Yabusame, a ritual form of mounted archery,  is a major event at Sengan-en and is held only on very special occasions. Performed by the Ogasawara-ryu, a school of traditional etiquette, archery, and horsemanship, this year's event was held to celebrate one year of Sengan-en being inscribed as a World Cultural Heritage Site related to Japan's Meiji Industrial Revolution.

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Sengan-en Press Release.pdf

Sengan-en is a traditional Japanese garden and stately home in Kagoshima, Japan, that has been passed down in the Shimadzu family for over 350 years. The garden boasts spectacular views of active volcano Sakurajima, and the house provides a glimpse into the lifestyle of a powerful feudal lord.

Sengan-en and the surrounding area was fundamentally important in the modernization of Japan. It was here that Western industrial technology was introduced to Japan, studied and used in the creation of modern factories.

Shoko Shuseikan is a museum set in a 150 year old stone building originally used as a machine factory.

In July, 2015 Sengan-en and Shoko Shuseikan were recognized as World Cultural Heritage Sites related to Japan’s Meiji Industrial Revolution.

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