Maru ni Kawarigiri Take Sasa ni Kasa Standard Apron

The bamboo leaves crest is a symbol that summons the gods. Dancing with bamboo leaves is a way to invoke the divine. The chant 'sasa, sasa' is known as 'sasagoe' or 'divine call', a voice that calls upon the gods. The hat represents a sign or symbol indicating the presence of the divine. In ancient times, there was a group called 'Kasanuibe' or 'hat weavers', who were tasked with creating hats for divine rituals, making their profession sacred. As a result, this group belonged to the 'Imibe' clan, closely tied to the Shinto priests. Generations of hat weavers served at the Ise Grand Shrine and other shrines.