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Experience the traditional dance and music of Okinawa this spring! Featuring kumiodori, popular folk dances and live ensemble music, this vibrant in-person program invites audiences to relish in the rich history and heritage of Japan's southernmost prefecture. 🗓️ Friday, March 18 at 7:30 pm—followed by a MetLife Meet-the-Artists Reception 🗓️ Saturday, March 19 at 7:30 pm—followed by an artist Q&A 🎟️ http://ow.ly/jkof50IciMW | Japan Society

Let’s Dance Together! We’ll walk you through the moves and feel of Okinawa’s Kachashi dance! For those who have visited Okinawa, you might be familiar with Okinawa’s Kachashi, a popular, upbeat dance often performed at Minyo (folk music) Izakaya. In Okinawa, Kachashi is almost always performed at celebrations to express joy. The fast and exciting tempo of the song stirs up the fun in everyone, and even if you’re not dancing, it’s always entertaining to watch people move to the rhythm ✨ We’re all

12K views · 452 reactions | Traditional Okinawan Cultural Dance #japan #okinawa #traditional #dance | Japan ESPEcials | Facebook

2.8K views · 155 reactions | "Yotsutake" is necessary percussion instrument for Ryukyuan traditional dance. It consists of a pair of bamboos, and you flap it slowly to the music. Since it is not big, it should be a good for souvenir! | Visit Okinawa Japan | Facebook