Namahage Taiko Drums

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"Onga" is a Japanese drumming (Wadaiko) group, formed primarily by local young people in Oga City, Akita Prefecture. They are based and perform at the Oga Onsen Koryu Kaikan Gofu (Community Hall).

Namahage Taiko Drums
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なまはげ太鼓 (Namahage Drum)

なまはげ太鼓 (Namahage Drum)

Tourism Division, Tourism, Culture and Sports Department, Oga City

Namahage Taiko Drums

Address
21-2 Kusakibara, Kitaurayumoto, Oga-shi, Akita
Website
http://e-ogaonsen.com/gofu/​
Operator
Wadaiko Group "Onga"

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