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Dekansho Festival
Festivals | July/August 2011 | Traditional Culture

Dekansho Festival

ByJessica Grigg July 25, 2011July 3, 2014

In 1954, the town of Sasayama decided to create a festival that integrated the annual Bon Odori that was previously held in the old town centre. The result was what is now known as Dekansho festival, held every 15th and 16th of August. Professional and amateur dance troupes, as well as individuals from the very young to…

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