Kinshicho Kawachi Ondo Bon Odori

Kawachi Ondo is a folk song that originated in what is now the Osaka region and later spread all over the country. The lyrics can be modified to touch on anything from epic tales to current events, and the best singers are able to improvise freely. This Kinshicho festival is where to get a comprehensive introduction to the art of Kawachi Ondo, all the while enjoying the dance and yukata contests, feasting on classic festival grub and showing off your best bon odori moves.