68th Kyushu Regional Folk Performing Arts Convention

About this event

The "Kyushu Regional Folk Performing Arts Convention," where folk performing arts from across Kyushu gather in one place, will be held in Kashima City, Saga Prefecture, to present traditional folk performing arts handed down in Kyushu and Okinawa to the public, deepen understanding, and promote their preservation and transmission. This 68th convention marks the first time in 8 years it is hosted in Saga Prefecture and the very first time in Kashima City, featuring performances by 9 organizations from across Kyushu. It is a rare opportunity to experience regional folk performing arts that are usually only seen at local dedication sites. Admission is free, and no advance registration is required. The program includes: Koshi Kyogen from Kanzaki City, Saga Prefecture; Kawanabe-cho Kamiyamada Taiko Dance from Minamikyushu City, Kagoshima Prefecture; Takedatsu Kagura from Kunisaki City, Oita Prefecture; Nidabashi Bon Tsunahiki Taiko from Iki City, Nagasaki Prefecture; Kuma Kagura from Hitoyoshi City and 9 towns/villages of Kuma District, Kumamoto Prefecture; Yanagawa Oki-no-Ishi Taiko from Yanagawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture; Mizuru Kagura from Ebino City, Miyazaki Prefecture; Shuri Sueyoshi-cho Lion Dance from Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture; and Asaura Menburyu from Kashima City, Saga Prefecture. Food trucks and indoor sales will also be present, offering food, drinks, specialty items made from Kyushu ingredients, and crafts from Kashima City.

Venue

Kashima Civic Cultural Hall (SAKURAS)

2643-1 Notobun, Kashima, Saga 849-1312