亮点
- Synchronized 'ren' dance troupes in colorful costume
- Hypnotic shamisen, drum and flute rhythms
- The famous chant: 'The dancing fool and the watching fool...'
由来与背景
With over 400 years of history, Awa Odori is a Bon-dance tradition unique to Tokushima, now performed nationwide each summer.
Good to know for visitors
- Getting there
- Walk from JR Tokushima Stn Open directions in Google Maps ↗
- Booking & entry
- Free to attend — details on the official page (button above).
- Language
- Mostly in Japanese — a translation app on your phone helps.
- Good for
- culture seekers, groups of friends, music fans
温馨提示
Audience members can often join the 'niwaka-ren' open dance groups — no experience needed, just follow along.
交通
Central Tokushima City, Shikoku — Tokushima City, Tokushima Prefecture