Chijinshuu Okinawa Kenjin Kai

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About Us

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About Us

 

Our group is made up of approximately 30 active, multi-generational participants from the Tacoma, Seattle, Olympia, Port Orchard and Oak Harbor areas. 

 

We fuse traditional Okinawa music with traditional Okinawa dance routines, chanting and taiko drumming; our performances often include other traditional Japanese instruments such as the Sanshin and Koto. 

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Okinawa History

 

Okinawa, comprising of 150 islands in the southern most prefecture of Japan. The Okinawa islands sit in the Pacific Ocean, and has a distinct culture of its own, much different than mainland Japan. 

 

Our ancestors believed that the

Ocean is like a bridge to cross and meet people and make peace with

all nations. Our Okinawa Drums

send forth a wish of peace to each

and every person with our sincere appreciation in harmony with one another. 

 

Our Mission and Purpose

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The purpose of the “Chijinshuu OKK”

 

1. Educate future generations on Okinawa cultural and folk traditions such as music, dance etc.

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2. To provide social and emotional support through friendship and participation in such activities.

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3. To promote broader community awareness and appreciation of Okinawa arts and heritage.

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