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Kyoto,
Embodied in Dance

HANANOMIYAKO is a Kyoto-based dance group reimagining traditional Japanese culture for global stages.

Original music, storytelling choreography, and the timeless spirit of Japan — all in one unforgettable performance.

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​What is Hananomiyako

HANANOMIYAKO (彩ノ京, pronounced "Hana-no-Miyako") is a cultural performance team based in Kyoto, Japan, that creates and performs original Japanese-style dances inspired by the city’s rich heritage. Our shows blend traditional themes with modern creativity, offering a one-of-a-kind cultural experience for audiences in Japan and abroad.

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What Kind of Dance?

The group performs in a style inspired by Yosakoi, a unique genre of dance that originated in Japan.
While Yosakoi typically combines energetic movements with colorful costumes and music, HANANOMIYAKO adds its own twist by:

  • Creating original music, choreography, and costumes

  • Telling stories inspired by Kyoto’s history and seasons

  • Using elegant, expressive movements that capture the beauty of Japanese tradition

Even if you've never heard of "Yosakoi" before, think of it as a fusion of a dance performance, cultural storytelling, and a visual art piece.

Available for performances at festivals, events, and cultural gatherings.

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Duration:
Each dance performance typically lasts about 4 minutes.
We can present a set of performances up to 20 minutes in total, depending on the event’s needs.

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Number of Performers:

We can provide a minimum of 5 performers, and ideally up to around 60 dancers for larger stages or festivals.
The size of the team can be adjusted according to the venue, schedule, and scale of the event.

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​Performance Fee

We do not require a performance fee.
If you are able to cover basic transportation costs for our performers, we are happy to perform at your event free of charge.

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WORKS

Each of our works is an original creation themed around Kyoto’s culture, history, and spirit.
We compose our own music, design choreography, and develop concepts from scratch.

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COSTUME

Our costumes are custom-made for each production, drawing inspiration from traditional Japanese attire.
They are not only beautiful but designed to enhance the expression and flow of the choreography.

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prop

We incorporate a variety of props—such as fans (SENSU 扇子), flags (HATA 旗), and umbrella (WAGASA 和傘)—
to enrich the visual storytelling.
These items are rooted in Japanese culture and are used symbolically as well as stylistically.

 

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