Nishikawa Ryu Nihon Buyo
California Chapter of Nihon Buyo - Japanese Dance
西川流 日本舞踊 カリフォルニア支部
What's Happening?
Osarai Kai will be Saturday, October 5, 2024 at AMC 8 Kabuki located at 1881 Post Street, San Francisco, CA.
Osarai Kai Tickets are available online for purchase here or by emailing nishikawaryuca@gmail.com or calling 916-390-4623.
History of Nishikawa Nihon Buyo - Nishikawa School of Japanese Dance
The Nishikawa School is based in Tokyo, Japan. The Nishikawa School began in the sixteenth century and is the one of the oldest traditional dance school in Japan, specializing in Nihon Buyo (Japanese dance), a dance closely connected with Kabuki.
In July 2024, Senzo Nishikawa XI was officially recognized as the current headmaster after the passing of Senzo Nishikawa X.
Senzo Nishikawa X, former headmaster, was awarded the prestigious honor of National Living Treasure of Japan. This award is presented to men and women in the fields that preserve traditional Japanese crafts and performing arts. The headmaster was recognized for teaching, performing, and promoting Nihon Buyo for over 60 years.
The Nishikawa School holds a long and extraordinary history with former headmasters Senzo Nishikawa II and IV considered to be some of the most outstanding choreographers in the history of Nihon Buyo. Many dances choreographed by former headmasters are still performed today.
