About the artwork

Sound and soul. Bringing staggering dynamism

Since 2003, the creative Wadaiko group ZA ONDEKOZA has made connections to local communities through participation in the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale. Based on their original theory of “running and music being one, reflecting the drama and energy of life,” they have been active on the theme of coexistence with contemporary art and nature. What they aim for in this performance is to “convey feelings through the vibrations inherent in the mind and body.” With two performances, each welcoming guest performers, they challenge new expressions with the themes of “Nisshinnkon” at Tsumari Shrine and “Hakuchi” at the Matsudai Nohbutai that means  a neologism symbolising welcoming and bidding farewell to the souls of the deceased ancestors during Bon Festival. They showcase a what-can-be-called culmination of performances resonating with the souls of the mind and body.

■Attention
If you are coming by car, please use the following parking lots and walk to the venue.

Tokamachi Regional Promotion Bureau
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Tokamachi Construction Hall
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■Advance ticket
Advance ticket sales have ended. We will inform you of the availability of day-of-performance tickets on 8/16, the day before the performance.
⇒Day-of-performance ticketswill be available at the Kawaji Tsumari Shrine from 17:00 on 8/17 (Sat). Please note that the number of tickets is limited, so please be patient in case the tickets are sold out.

[Online]
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[On-site sales]
・Museum on Echigo-Tsumari, MonET
・Tokamachi Tourist Information (inTokamachi Station west exit)
・Matsudai “NOHBUTAI”
・Matsudai Station Tourist Informarion
・Tsunan Information (in Okuchi hyakkaten) *Only available during the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennial.
・Kiyotsu gorge Tourist Informarion *Only available during the Echigo-Tsumari Art Triennale.