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“KALAMANTHAN” is organized by Kathak dancer Yuki. Yuki is a lecturer at the Kathak club at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies. The dancers are mostly former students. This year's Namaste India will also feature current students. The group has been active for 14 years, and led a successful group performance in June.
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"KALAMANTHAN" is a coined word combining the Hindi words "kala" which means art form and "manthan" which means to stir or mix.
This year, current students from Tokyo University of Foreign Studies who enrolled in April will make their stage debut at here in Namaste India!
Please come and enjoy watching their Kathak dance, which is expressed through a mix of student and dancers from KALAMANTHAN!!
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Kalamanthan_Yuki
Instagram URL: https://www.instagram.com/yukikathak
Instagram URL:https://www.instagram.com/kalamanthan_kathak
Email: kalamanthan.kathak@gmail.com
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The disciples gathered under the leadership of Yasunobu Kazuko, a pioneer who spread Eastern Indian classical dance ODISSI in Japan, have successfully performed not only in Japan but also in Taiwan and India. Their physical grace and strong steps, backed by sincere technical training and research, along with rich emotional expression, resonate with the hearts of the audience. Her achievements have earned them numerous awards in India.
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A dance troupe led by KAZUKO YASUNOBU, who has a reputation for beautiful choreography and direction. The skills and spirit she inherited from her GURU have been passed on to many of her students. Her achievements in popularizing ODISSI in Japan have also earned her recognition in India. “we will perform a gorgeous group dance with one heart and wish everyone the best of luck.”
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Kazuko Yasunobu IndiandanceStudio--StudioOdissi
5-6 B1 Kikuichou,Shijyukuku,Tokyo,Japan(pin162-0044)
mobile:080-1731-5551
mailto:studioodissi@gmail.com
Website URL:https://www.facebook.com/odissi.jp
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Utaha Komaki (14, Bharatanatyam dancer based in India) |
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She is a 14-year-old Japanese Bharatanatyam dancer in her seventh year in India. She belongs to Ganesa Natyalaya in Delhi and trains under Guru Rama Vaidyanathan. At 12, after only one year and nine months of training, she gave her arangetram in Delhi. She performs at international and embassy events, aiming to share the beauty of Bharatanatyam. Growing up in India as a Japanese third-culture child, she sees Bharatanatyam as central to her identity.
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Namaskar! I am very happy to perform at Namaste India again this year. Over the past year I have grown taller and was given many opportunities to dance at Japan−India exchange events in India. I have also worked hard to balance my studies and dance. Today’s piece was chosen for me by Guru Rama Vaidyanathan. I will dance with all my energy so that you may enjoy it. Thank you for your support!
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Instagram URL: @utaha_japan_india
YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@utaha_japan_india
Email: utaha.dance.ind@gmail.com
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DB2 was made up in 2014 as a Bollywood dance group by dancers who learned Bollywood dance in India. Almost all of the members have experience living and dancing in India, and also having worked or studied there. The group is made up of adults and students who enjoy Bollywood dance.
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It will be the nineth stage since Namaste India 2014. We will perform a medley of five dance numbers, including the old and recent exciting Bollywood numbers. Please enjoy!
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Juncheal:jh999@live.jp
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We are a group that performs Odissi, a classical dance from Odisha, India. Leader Soyo Omachi trains there yearly. Formed in 2019, many members have over 10 years of experience. Our motto: “Respect the basics, and enjoy dancing!” We train with care and joy. Please enjoy our unique formations and rhythms.
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I will be performing "Aravi Pallavi", a form of pure dance with no narrative. Odissi is known for its graceful upper body movements. The soft torso and powerful footwork combine with the rhythm, unfolding like a blooming flower. We hope you enjoy the world of Odissi, showcased through our group's interaction, various formations, and the dancers' pure enjoyment.
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mailto:soyo.odissidance@gmail.com
Instagram URL:https:https://www.instagram.com/soyo.omachi
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Angela Raga is a Bollywood-style dancer, renowned for her powerful dance performance and rich expressions acquired through Indian classical dances. She is also a sought-after dance instructor and holds classes in Harajuku, Ebisu, Yokohama and online. She also teaches elementry school students at an Indian international school. Team ANGELA RAGA has performed at many cultural events and won boisterous applause each time. Don't miss their fun-filled show!
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Namaste! Angela Raga here. My team and I are so excited and honored to be able to perform on the stage of Namaste India again this year. Members of a wide range of generations will dance to Bollywood songs of various styles. We are practicing hard to be able to present you a most fascinating dance show. We look forward to seeing you all at Namaste India 2025!
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Website URL:https://angelaraga.com/
Instagram URL: https://www.instagram.com/angela.raga
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Saiko Yamamoto/Nritya Lakshana Japan |
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Nritya Lakshana Japan is a Bharatanatyam Group presided over by Saiko Yamamoto.
Since 2000, he has been active as the Japan branch of Nritya Lakshana, led by A. Lakshman, who lives in Chennai, India. Based in Tokyo, I have performed in many events and Sponsored performance. Our motto is to dance happily and beautifully.
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I'm very happy to be able to appear at Namaste India again this year! The members come together We will liven up the stage of Namaste! We look forward to your visit.
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Saiko Yamamoto
Website URL:http://lakshana-japan.com
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PJ Flow Bhangra with Shigejii |
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We got training in Punjab from professional coach and pursue authentic meaning of Bhangra. Although we love to dance on hip hop style too, we respect Bhangra as Punjabi spirit. We hope Bhangra will be known as their noble tradition in Japan.
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We dedicate ourselves for such a precious opportunity to show Punjabi folk on the biggest stage in Japan. Hope you dance together with the explosive Punjabi beat!
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Mailto:chinatsuash@yahoo.co.jp/08062119372
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MIYABI KATHAK DANCE ACADEMY |
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MIYABI KATHAK DANCE ACADEMY was founded by Masako Satou, disciple of late Padmavibhushan Pt. Birju Maharaj, in 2006. MKDA perfomed every year in Namaste India, Diwali in Yokohama, dance festivai of Shinjuku Artist's association, Chiyoda art Festa, kathak festival and so on. Masako won an ICCR Alumni award in 2022, for her dedication work. From 7 years old upto 80's, students are enjoying of studying Indian dance in Tokyo area.
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Namaste！ MIYABI KATHAK DANCE ACADEMY will perform pure kathak and kathak base bollywood choreography this year. Please come and enjoy the biggest Indian festival in Japan with us.
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Website URL:https://miyabi-kathak.com/
Instagram URL:https://www.instagram.com/miyabikathak_tyo/
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Yukie indian dance company Sampatti |
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Yukie indian dance company Sampatti was founded in 2008 as the first Odissi dance company in Japan’s Chubu region. Founder Yukie is affiliated with SRJAN, established by Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra, and trained for 17 years under Guru Ratikant and Sujata Mohapatra. The company presents performances, workshops, and cultural exchange programs, inviting Indian artists to Japan and appearing on stages at home and abroad.
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Yukie indian dance company Sampatti has been honored to perform at Namaste India in Yoyogi every year since our founding. This year we will present a powerful choreography of Lord Vishnu. All members look forward to meeting you at Japan’s largest Indian cultural event.
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Yukie indian dance company Sampatti
(studioHAQRYU)
Tatsuya Building B1, 2-13-28 Nishiki, Naka-ku, Nagoya, Aichi 460-0003, Japan
Tel:080-3633-1441
Website URL:https://www.sampatti.info
Mailto: sampatti.comp@gmail.com
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