Sansa Odori

盛岡さんさ踊り

4.8Est. 90Morioka, Tohoku

Overview

Mass synchronized dance parade through Morioka with taiko drummers, wooden flutes, and thousands in unison.

The Sansa Odori (dance) is a dance performed by large groups of people dancing in a parade in sync with taiko drummers, wooden flute players, and people chanting. The Taiko festival is Iwate Prefecture’s largest festival and is one of the better-known festivals in the region.

Practical info

Japanese name: 盛岡さんさ踊り
Nearest station: Morioka Station (10 min walk)
Payment: Cards accepted
Reservations: not required

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