It is believed that the Yaotome originates from shrine maidens who served food to Emperor Keiko and the gods in the ancient Daijo-sai Festival (a festival to celebrate the succession of an emperor) held by the Emperor. |
古代の景行天皇の大嘗祭の際に天皇と神々に食事を奉仕した巫女に由来するとされている。 |