The foundation promotes
the research of classical works and
performances. It promotes the dissemination
and development of NIHON BUYO as a notional
art within Japan as well as internationally
through the education of youth groups
and by international exchange. It eventually
seeks to contribute to the development
and advancement of Japanese culture.
¡Content of
Activities
The foundation carries out the following
activities to fulfill its purposes as
mentioned previously.
1. revives and compose
classical pieces of NIHON BUYO
2. trains newcomers
3. promotes NIHON BUYO among youth groups
4. promotes overseas performances of
NIHON BUYO
5. promotes an international exchange
of dance
6. educates and promotes NIHON BUYO
to non-Japanese living in Japan
7. publishes newsletters and books on
NIHON BUYO
8. is involved with other necessary
activities to achieve its goals
Time of Establishment
March 12, 1990
¡Activities
Creation and performance
of new NIHON BUYO pieces
NIHON BUYO performances abroad
Participation in an Art Festival sponsored
by the Cultural Agency
* Lectures and demonstrations for foreigners
living in Japan
* Classes to teach Shimai (dance part
of Noh) and Kyogen
* Speeches by experts
* Invitation to primary school children
to see NIHON BUYO preformances
*Classes to teach NIHON BUYO for kindergarten
children
(* annual events)
