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Shinjuku Butoh Association

The Shinjuku Butoh Association is a group dedicated to the art form of Butoh, a contemporary Japanese dance style characterized by expressive, often surreal movements that explore themes of human emotion, existentialism, and transformation. Based in the Shinjuku area of Tokyo, the association promotes the performance, education, and preservation of Butoh through workshops, performances, and collaborations. Its members aim to deepen understanding of this avant-garde dance tradition, blending traditional Japanese aesthetics with innovative, experimental choreography. Overall, it serves as a hub for artists and audiences interested in exploring the unique, introspective world of Butoh.