As one of the largest local events, Asakusa Samba Carnival attracts approximately 500,000 people to Asakusa every year to mark the end of summer. The event started in 1981 based on the idea of then mayor Eiji Uchiyama and a local comedian Junzaburo Ban. While participating dance groups are divided into four leagues to present their samba, the highlight of the parade comes when the experienced teams in league S1 and S2 compete for the best performance. Often referred to as "moving opera," the samba parade requires perfection from the participating teams in their performance and expression based on a theme of their choice. Each team takes time and effort to create their original costumes as well as a float called alegoria. Enjoy the unique theme and high-level presentation by passionate dancers and musicians.
Sunday, August 30, 2009
Asakusa Samba Carnival
As one of the largest local events, Asakusa Samba Carnival attracts approximately 500,000 people to Asakusa every year to mark the end of summer. The event started in 1981 based on the idea of then mayor Eiji Uchiyama and a local comedian Junzaburo Ban. While participating dance groups are divided into four leagues to present their samba, the highlight of the parade comes when the experienced teams in league S1 and S2 compete for the best performance. Often referred to as "moving opera," the samba parade requires perfection from the participating teams in their performance and expression based on a theme of their choice. Each team takes time and effort to create their original costumes as well as a float called alegoria. Enjoy the unique theme and high-level presentation by passionate dancers and musicians.
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