Echos of Tradition Eguchi Eisa Group performs in an Eisa march on Camp Foster. Originating from Okinawa, Eisa started as a traditional dance performed by Japanese Buddhist monks to honor the spirits of their ancestors. Since then, Eisa has evolved into a form of modern entertainment commonly performed during the Obon Festival in the summer months. (U.S. Marine Corps video by Cpl. Alex Fairchild) | Marine Corps Installations Pacific

Do you miss Okinawa’s summer feature Eisa? We’d like to share with you an archive from The All-Okinawa Eisa Festival. Unfortunately, this year’s festival was cancelled, but let’s keep our hopes high for the day when we can enjoy real vibrant Eisa sound! Until then, we hope you enjoy the video. [Recorded in 2017] Eisa: https://bit.ly/2RI2d4y | Visit Okinawa Japan