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Crossing Borders 2025

Esplanade Presents

Dance | Workshop

Workshop: An Introduction to Bon Odori Dance

HIBIKIYA

27 Sep 2025, Sat, 12pm

1hr

(Intermission: None)

Esplanade White Room

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Synopsis

HIBIKIYA invites you to an introductory Bon Odori workshop to learn more about one of Japan’s most joyful festival traditions! Bon Odori is a traditional Japanese dance that is often performed during Obon, a Japanese summer festival in remembrance of one's ancestors. The dance is designed to be simple, repetitive and easy to follow such that anyone, young or old and regardless of dance experience, can easily join in and enjoy themselves.

 

Through the rhythms of live music and festive spirit, HIBIKIYA will take you through different Japanese folk songs and teach you the communal dances associated with them. Don’t miss this chance to try something new, connect with others and celebrate Japanese culture through music and dance!

 

*Participants should come in comfortable clothing for ease of movement

Language: English
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Artist Information

HIBIKIYA

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HIBIKIYA is a performing arts group in Singapore that was established in 2009 with the aim of sharing the vibrant spirit of Japanese traditional arts. For 16 years, HIBIKIYA has provided opportunities to introduce Singaporeans to the richness of Japanese cultural activities. These include taiko (Japanese drums), shishimai (Japanese traditional lion dance) and Japanese traditional music ensembles.

 

The company has performed in a wide variety of performances at numerous events, like Sakura Matsuri, F1 Singapore, JAS Summer Festival, Esplanade’s A Tapestry of Sacred Music, Chingay Parade and more. With a network across Asia and beyond, HIBIKIYA continues to inspire audiences with their passion for Japanese culture.

Date & Time

27 Sep 2025, Sat

12pm

Esplanade White Room
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