Ei Ja Nai Ka tells the story of the Japanese immigrants to the United States, with allusions to working in mines, farming, fishing, and working on the railroads.
Taiko drummer: Claire Imada (Gardena Buddhist Church)
Recorded at the 2022 Venice Hongwanji Buddhist Temple Obon Festival.
Playlist of all of our 2022 Obon dances:
• 2022 VHBT Obon Festival