The Main Feature of Eisa
Everyone will definitely be touched by eisa when they see it for the first time. The delight and an uplifting feeling is expressed as "Chim dun dun" in the Okinawan language. Why does eisa touch strings of spectators' hearts so much? It might be the sound of large barrel drums and dynamic dances, but a true reason is how each youth association members dance their community's distinct eisa with pride and a lot of soul. Their eisa performances are heavily tinged with their regional uniqueness. Jikata, sanshin, odaiko, shimedaiko, and teodori, all of which has a different dance style but their tight performance is overwhelming. Please change the direction of your eyes to watch a disciplined form movement. Nifty drumstick work, how high their legs go, and so on.... Find your favorite way to watch the eisa performance, and it will be another way to enjoy it.
