noun
deer dance; costumed folk dance from NE Japan
A traditional folk performance from northeastern Japan in which dancers wear deer costumes and mimic deer movements. Often performed at local festivals.
鹿踊りは岩手県の伝統的な民俗芸能です。
The deer dance is a traditional folk performing art of Iwate Prefecture.
祭りで鹿踊りの勇壮な演舞を見た。
I saw a spirited performance of the deer dance at the festival.