Association's projects

We organize NIHONBUYO performances three times a year.

• New Years dance competition
• Performances of the NIHONBUYO Association
• Newly released performances = Miraiza =
• Past videos of the award winners here.
• Past performance photos here.

In addition, we hold performances in partnership with government agencies, art groups, and companies.

In cooperation with the Agency for Cultural Affairs, other government agencies and art groups, we hold various performances, workshops, and lectures in Japan and overseas, and also hold classes at schools with the goal of increasing engagement with NIHONBUYO.

In recent years, we have also been working on projects such as the production of videos and online distribution.

• Touring performances for ​schools (Japanese Only)
• Traditional Performing Arts for Kids (Japanese Only)
• Traditional Performing Arts Experience Program for kids (Japanese Only)
• Video works of Japanese classical dance "NIHONBUYO Neo" (Japanese Only)
• Talk Events"KIKU" (Japanese Only)

• "New Years dance competition" featuring novice professional NIHONBUYO dancers.
• "Permanent dancer recognition" to honor members who have made extensive lifetime contributions..
• Other recognition awards determined by the board members of the association are conferred.

There are 26 branches and 10 regional organizations across Japan contributing to the promotion of local culture through performances, workshops and lectures.

• Branch Reports(Japanese Only)