Chironnup Kamuy Iomante (2021)
In 1986, for the first time in 75 years, the "Chironnup Kamuy Iomante (the sending off of the spirit of the fox)" was held at Bihoro Pass, in Hokkaido. According to the Ainu's traditional beliefs, animals are "gods" called "Kamuy" who live in the "land of gods" ("Kamuimosiri"), but sometimes they come to the "land of humans" ("Ainumosiri"), to offer their meat and furs as gifts. The Ainu take care of them, and they eventually hold an "Iomante (spirit sending)". In this ceremony, people offer prayers, sing songs, and dance, and send the animal back to the "land of the gods" with food and souvenirs.
Director: Minao Kitamura
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 105 min
Release Date: April 30, 2021
Country: Japan
Language: 日本語
Original Language: ja
Keywords
ainu
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Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Chironnup Kamuy Iomante about?
- In 1986, for the first time in 75 years, the "Chironnup Kamuy Iomante (the sending off of the spirit of the fox)" was held at Bihoro Pass, in Hokkaido. According to the Ainu's traditional beliefs, animals are "gods" called "Kamuy" who live in the "land of gods" ("Kamuimosiri"), but sometimes they come to the "land of humans" ("Ainumosiri"), to offer their meat and furs as gifts. The Ainu take care of them, and they eventually hold an "Iomante (spirit sending)". In this ceremony, people offer prayers, sing songs, and dance, and send the animal back to the "land of the gods" with food and souvenirs.
- Who directed Chironnup Kamuy Iomante?
- Chironnup Kamuy Iomante was directed by Minao Kitamura.
- How long is Chironnup Kamuy Iomante?
- Chironnup Kamuy Iomante has a runtime of 1h 45m (105 minutes).
- What genre is Chironnup Kamuy Iomante?
- Chironnup Kamuy Iomante is a Documentary film.
- Where was Chironnup Kamuy Iomante produced?
- Chironnup Kamuy Iomante was produced in Japan.