TAKARABUNE, a creative dance company of Awa Odori is coming to RESOBOX!

Awa Odori is one of the most well-known Japanese traditional dances in Tokushima prefecture, Shikoku with a 400 years of history. Its festivals are as big as Samba carnivals in Brazil.

TAKARABUNE has pushed the limits of this venerable traditional art: their signature dance style is so aggressive and vigorous that it has been characterized as ‘dance beyond Awa Odori’. Their performance at a number of Awa Odori events held in Tokyo has generated growing interest among a variety of media, and the group has gained a reputation as the hottest Awa Odori group (ren) in Japan.

In this hour-long show we will present you a wide variety of Awa Odori, from the traditional form to more modern, creative forms, as well as a performance of Japanese traditional drums and a percussion.

The art of Awa Odori is hard to master, but the basic form is easy to learn. You don’t believe it? You will have a chance to learn and dance Awa Odori with us! Come for a memorable night with cool dances, entertaining performances, and fun dancing!

For more information about TAKARABUNE, click here for their portfolio (PDF) or visit their website at http://en.takarabune.org/

“Japan Expo” July 2014 in Paris, France

TAKARABUNE is currently seeking the funds for their travel expenses (include travel costs and fares, accommodation expenses) to participate in Japan Expo 2014 on crowdfunding site. (the website is Japanese language only, but if you are interested to support the artists, please contact at info@takarabune.org

READYFOR: https://readyfor.jp/projects/awaodori

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