New Mexico New Mexico Japanese American Citizens League

Miyagi Ryu Okinawa dance group

under the direction of Yaeko Miyazato

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Pictured are Esther Churchwell, Amy Williamson, Kiyoko Lucero, Yaeko Miyazato.

Okinawa dance movements are closely associated to karate movements as this was a form of self-defense in ancient times when the art of karate was reserved for samurais or nobility. Self-defense for farmers, fishermen and other lower class groups had to be camouflaged by the art of Okinawa dance.

All performer costumes are authentic and were brought over from Okinawa.

For more information concerning performances please contact Ms. Miyazato at 505-332-3294 or e-mail is YMiyazato@msn.com.