The kokushi (provincial governors) of Kawachi Province informed the Emperor Kinmei, 'From Chinunoumi (the Chinu sea) of Izumi Province, I heard the sound of Gagaku (ancient Japanese court dance and music) and it vibrated like earthquake and sounded like thunder. And I also saw the light as if beautiful sunshine is shining from the sea.' 河内の国司から「和泉群の茅渟海から地震や雷のように響くほどの雅楽が聞こえる。また、麗しく照り輝き日の光のようです。」と知らせてきた。 |