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The 18th Sanshin Day

Updated on : December 16, 2009

March 4, 2010 The day the melody of sanshin echoes all over Okinawa.

Sanshin (3-string lute) is an Okinawan string instrument. March 4th was officially designated as the day of sanshin in 1993, to give greater exposure to this important Okinawan heritage. On this day, at the strike of noon, People all over Okinawa perform Kagiyadefu (Okinawan dance, with sanshin accompaniment) whether it be at community centers, homes, workplaces, or schools. Yomitan Village cultural center is the main venue, and the place would become packed with sanshin players and fans as performance of folk music, classical and contemporary, continues on into the night.

Event Schedule

Schedule Date

March 04, 2010

Venue

Name of Venue	Yomitan Village Cultural Center
Postal Code/Address	2901 Zakimi, Yomitan Village, Okinawa 904-0301

Access/Directions

From　Naha Airport Approximately　70min. by car (via highway)

From　Okinawa Expressway : Okinawa Minami I.C. Approximately　30min.by car (via highway)

From　Nearest bus stop : Zakimi (Yomitan Village) Approximately　10min.on foot (Stop for line : 29, 62)

Parking：available

Inquiry

Inquiry	Ryukyu Broadcasting Company Ltd.
Phone Number	098-860-2069
Web Site	http://www.rbc-ryukyu.co.jp


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Culture > Performing Arts > Ryukyu Folk Music
Events > Entertainment > Music
Okinawa Main Island > Central Okinawa Main Island > Yomitan Village

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