Dance performance at the Performing Arts Centre Johanaza
Dance performance at the Performing Arts Centre Johanaza © Toyama Tourism Organization

Jōhana Mugiya Festival城端むぎや祭

The district of Johana comes alive during the autumn festival with the vibrant Mugiya-bushi folk song and Mugiya dances. Dancers perform energetically throughout the district, accompanied by the melodic sounds of the traditional Japanese string instrument, kokyu. The Mugiya Odori Competition, held at the Johanaza Performing Arts Centre, is a standout event of the festival.


Highlights

  • Folk songs

  • Traditional dance performances and contests

Venue

  • Performing Arts Theater Jōhanza ⎯ 南砺市城端伝統芸能会館「じょうはな座」

    Address

    1046 Johana, Nanto City, Toyama Prefecture 939-1865

    Getting There

    • 18 minutes walk from Jōhana Station (城端駅)
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