This is a video of the Awa Odori Promotion Association's So Odori dance at the Minamiuchi-machi Enbujo on August 13, 2023. Everyone has been waiting for this dance, and no matter when or how many times you see it, it still makes your heart tremble. When you follow the dancers' faces in order, you can't help but be filled with emotion. I think I was able to get a pretty good shot of it!
Awaodori (Awa Dance) is one of the most famous traditional performing arts in Japan, with its history of more than 430 years. "Awa" is the old feudal administration name for Tokushima Prefecture, and "odori" means "dance". Awaodori Festival in Tokushima City is held from August 12 to 15, attracting over 1.3 million tourists every year.