Yesterday Miyagawacho Kaburenjo theater held summer odori, know as Yukatakai. For those who do not know, this is annual event, in which maiko and geiko of Kyoto kagai sim participate in.
For those honorable guests and patrons who couldn't come but extremely wished to, here is a small description of the acts. Please enjoy :)
Act 1: "Hayashi"
Once a year the Karyukai showcase their Musical skills on instruments that is seldom seen during the weekly events held in the Hanamachi
Scene 2 "Tanabata no Ondo"
A precious memory has been saved during this dance, as we follow the Hanafusa family celebrating Tanabata - the Festival of the Stars
Scene 3 "Kyo no Natsu"
In this dance a memory from each of the Geiko and Maiko of Hanafusa Okiya is written in a poetic form to be shared with you
Scene 4 "Obon Odori"
Obon the festival of the ancestors is celebrated each Summer in Japan. This dance brings you to the celebrations of the Hanafusa family, from the time they wake up in the morning until the fireworks have lighted up the streets in the evening
Scene 5 "Natsu wa Hotaru"
Marking the end of this years Yukata Kai, the Geiko and Maiko of Hanafusa okiya is performing together a Summer dance using a Summer fan known as Uchiwa with the crest of their Okiya and their names painted on
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