Awaodori-Canada
Sui Ryu Ren
Sunday, May31, 2026
4:00-9:30 pm
Awa Dance performance
Asian Heritage Month Showcase
Sui-Ryu-Ren is proud to contribute to the Asian Heritage Month Showcase with a special Awa Dance performance. This event celebrates the contributions and vibrant cultures of Asian communities. Join us for an inspiring day of history, community, and dance!
SUI-RYU-REN Performance Time: Around 5:50 PM
Please note that the schedule is subject to change depending on the progress of the event.
Venue: Kelowna Events Centre, 2041 Harvey Ave, Kelowna, BC V1Y 6G7
Fee: Free
Saturday, June 27, 2026
Awa Dance performance
Westside Multiculturalism Day!
Suiryuren is thrilled to bring the vibrant energy of Awa Odori to Westside Multiculturalism Day!
SUI-RYU-REN Performance Time: Around 12:45 PM
Please note that the schedule is subject to change depending on the progress of the event.
Location: West Kelowna
Fee: Free
Sunday, June 28, 2026
Awa Dance performance
SUI-RYU-REN Performance Time: Around 1:30 PM
Please note that the schedule is subject to change depending on the progress of the event.
Location: Grizzli Winery | West Kelowna
Fee: Free
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About Sui Ryu Ren
Sui Ryu Ren was founded in 2019 as a group dedicated to performing and celebrating Japan’s traditional Awa Odori dance. As part of the KELOWNA JAPANESE LANGUAGE SOCIETY, our mission is to preserve this cultural treasure for future generations while sharing the beauty of Japanese performing arts with people in Canada.
From its very inception, Sui Ryu Ren has been driven by a passion for tradition and a desire to connect cultures.
Awaodori: A Dance to Lift Everyone's Spirits!
Awaodori is a dance that embodies the spirit of joy and togetherness, inviting everyone to let loose and have fun. Born over 400 years ago in Tokushima, Shikoku, it’s one of Japan’s most beloved traditional arts.
Today, Awaodori groups have sprung up across Japan, making summer festivals even more vibrant. In 2024, Tokushima’s Awaodori drew an astounding 100,000 performers and one million spectators, showcasing its enduring appeal.
The magic lies in its contrasts: the energetic and free-flowing men’s dance versus the delicate, precise movements of the women’s dance, all set to the rhythmic beats of Japanese drums, bells, and flutes.
Awaodori’s true essence is live performance—dance and music seamlessly intertwined. And here’s the best part: spectators are often invited to join in! Imagine the thrill of dancing and making music together in a wave of unity and energy. Let’s dance, connect, and celebrate!
Bigginner Practice for Adult
Please see the top of this site for information about the Beginner Class.
Bigginner Practice for Children
Please see the top of this site for information about the Beginner Class.
This is the introduction website of Sui Ryu-Ren’s parent organization, the nonprofit organization Kelowna Japanese Language Society .
If you are interested in learning Japanese or experiencing Japanese culture, please take a look!
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