Seminar on Bon Odori – A uniquely Japanese-American tradition

Southern District BEC Seminar

Saturday, April 22, 2023

Potluck at 12 noon
Seminar 1 - 3 pm

Senshin Temple
1311 W 37th St, Los Angeles, 90007
323-731-4617
senshintemple@gmail.com

Registration – Email or Call Senshin Temple to register. No fee.

Speakers: Rev. Masao Kodani (BCA – retired), Bessie Tanaka, and more

• The history and origins of Bon Odori in America.

• The religious significance of Bon Odori.

• The misnomer “Ondo” as meaning a dance.

• Bon Odori taiko as opposed to group taiko.

• Bon Odori songs in English.

• Why Kimono/Yukata/Happi?

• Avoidance of the celebration of death.

• Kangiye – The dance transcending lifedeath in Joyu.

• The strange marriage of Carnival and Bon Odori.

• Etc, etc.