The dance is based on the “Qilin Plucking the Greens” (麒麟采青). Blending martial arts and dance techniques, the unicorn moves to the accompaniment of drums and Cantonese musical instruments, creating a joyous mood and celebratory atmosphere.

The Qilin Dance (麒麟舞) or The Hakka Unicorn Dance, also known as Chinese unicorn is one of the four sacred animals (Qilin, Dragon, Phoenix, and Turtle) in Chinese mythology.

Qilin represents auspiciousness, prosperity and peace, and similar to the lion dance and dragon dance, it mostly appears in festivals such as the Lunar New Year and religious events. The Qilin...

At a recreation center of Xigong Village in Dapeng New Area, seven teenage girls were seen practicing a Kirin dance with vigorous drumming at a Kirin dance class.

Traditional Kirin Dance during Chinese New Year

Kirinjishi Dance has a horn with a gold-colored lion head with a motif of Holy Beast Kirin, with one horn and ears on the other hand. Kirin is said to be one of the most notable legendary creatures of China's sacred beast but, for some people, Kirin is more respected and loved guardian.

Dec 26, 2021 · A performance of the Lion Dance reminiscent of the Kirin, a legendary animal worshipped as a symbol of peace in China. The Kirin Jishi Mai is performed in festivals held at Tottori Toshogu Shrine.

This fishing community, home to 50 families, has carried on the tradition of the Kirin Dance since it was first performed there in 1912, to celebrate the completion of the local Amarube Viaduct railway bridge.

A western-style residence built at the ruins of Tottori Castle for the Ikeda family, the feudal lords of Tottori. It was restored in 1907 when the crown prince visited the region, and was celebrated with a festival showing off the traditional Kirin Dance. Today, the dance is still regularly performed, bringing joy to visitors from all over.

The Kirin Dance has also been passed on in Kami Town and Shinonsen Town of the Tajima area, with the Kirin being considered a sacred beast that brings happiness. Different from the dance of the Inaba region, it is performed here as a rhythmical musical dance.