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Ryukyu Dance: Okinawa's Traditional Performing Arts
During the era when Okinawa was the Ryukyu Kingdom, Ryukyu Dance (Ryukyu Buyou) was developed and performed to welcome Chinese envoys. This traditional performing art represents Okinawan culture and continues to be loved by a large audience. Today it is broadly divided into two categories: Classical Dance (Koten Buyou) and Ordinary Dance (Zou Odori).
Classical Dance: This is a formal dance originally performed at the imperial court during the period of the Ryukyu kings. It has a solemn atmosphere and a sense of elegance and dignity.
Ordinary Dance: These dances are based on the daily life of ordinary people. They are characterized by friendly and dynamic expressions.
The appeal of Ryukyu Dance lies in its diverse expressiveness. The combination of graceful hand and body movements, demonstrative expressions, and vibrant costumes captivate the audience. Ryukyu Dance was designated as in Important Intangible Cultural Property of Japan in 2009.
Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa will be hosting Ryukyu Dance events for guests during vacation times such as summer vacation and Golden Week. Guests will be able to enjoy Ryukyu Dance performances by the dance group Rokka which is made of up young professional performers. For details, please check here for information on various events.
Classical Dance: This is a formal dance originally performed at the imperial court during the period of the Ryukyu kings. It has a solemn atmosphere and a sense of elegance and dignity.
Ordinary Dance: These dances are based on the daily life of ordinary people. They are characterized by friendly and dynamic expressions.
The appeal of Ryukyu Dance lies in its diverse expressiveness. The combination of graceful hand and body movements, demonstrative expressions, and vibrant costumes captivate the audience. Ryukyu Dance was designated as in Important Intangible Cultural Property of Japan in 2009.
Oriental Hotel Okinawa Resort & Spa will be hosting Ryukyu Dance events for guests during vacation times such as summer vacation and Golden Week. Guests will be able to enjoy Ryukyu Dance performances by the dance group Rokka which is made of up young professional performers. For details, please check here for information on various events.
Ryukyu Dance Rokka
This group is made up of classmates who studied Ryukyu dance and Kumiodori at the graduate school of Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts. While each member has mastered the art of a different school, they continue to make traditional performing arts more accessible through their performances. In addition to Ryukyu dance, the members also perform in various stage productions such as Kumiodori and Okinawan theater.
Members:
Ige Takeshi / Kakazu Manami / Kakazu Yukimasa / Kina Sayaka / Tamashiro Tomoyo
Rokka Instagram:
六花 Instagram
This group is made up of classmates who studied Ryukyu dance and Kumiodori at the graduate school of Okinawa Prefectural University of Arts. While each member has mastered the art of a different school, they continue to make traditional performing arts more accessible through their performances. In addition to Ryukyu dance, the members also perform in various stage productions such as Kumiodori and Okinawan theater.
Members:
Ige Takeshi / Kakazu Manami / Kakazu Yukimasa / Kina Sayaka / Tamashiro Tomoyo
Rokka Instagram:
六花 Instagram
