14th Niihama Folk Performing Arts Presentation

About this event

In Niihama City, numerous local performing arts based on ancient history, folktales, and legends are preserved and passed down by local organizations. Held once every two years, this presentation aims to share this precious cultural heritage widely with citizens and deepen understanding of traditional folk arts. On stage, participants spanning from young children to adults demonstrate traditional skills and dances. Held as a pre-event commemorating the 90th anniversary of the municipal organization, 12 groups will perform a variety of programs. Participating groups and their performances are: Kuromori Shakunen Taiko (Kuromorikai Japanese Drum Club), Kabuto Odori (Kabuto Odori Preservation Society), Kojoro Tanuki Odori (Kojoro Tanuki Odori Preservation Society), Nakahagi Ondo and Hirose Ocha-momi Uta (Nakahagi School District Folk Performing Arts Preservation Society), Kanei Tonkaka-san Odori (Kanei Tonkaka-san Odori Preservation Society), Salty-chan Ondo and Enda Sanka (Takihama School District Folk Performing Arts Preservation Society), Niihama Isami Taiko (Niihama City Isami Taiko Preservation Society), Besshi Kozan Settobushi (Besshi Kozan Settobushi Preservation Society), Kango Shijo (Kango Shijo Preservation Society), Sawazu Ondo (Sawazu Ondo Preservation Society), Josa-bushi (Habu Josa-bushi Preservation Society), and Sairenji Shishimai (Sairenji Lion Dance Preservation Society).

Venue

Niihama Civic Cultural Center Medium Hall

8-65 Shigenmocho, Niihama, Ehime 792-0023