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At this time of year, the parks of Nara host an unusual event called “Shikayose” — the “calling of the deer.” This takes place every morning from December 1 to 14, excluding December 9.
Be prepared for an unusual scene. As a man plays the French horn to the tune of Beethoven’s Symphony No. 6, known as the “Pastoral Symphony,” approximately 100 deer congregate as if being called by the classical music.
Now, admit that those are concepts you didn’t think you would find all in one sentence!
As the deer slowly move their hooves towards the musician, excited onlookers exclaim, “How cute!” to this curious occurrence.
Written by Japan ForwardThe continuation of this article can be read on the "Japan Forward" site.
WATCH: Nara’s Deer Gather to Hear the Notes of Beethoven