The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. The Japanese Student Organization featured traditional music, hip-hop dance, and Japanese food. Instrumental performances included Koto demonstration by Mitsuki Dazai and Taiko performances by students from Yujin Gakuen and Ahiru Daiko. Dances were presented by UO’s dance groups.
Mitsuki Dazai, professional Koto player performs during Japan Night. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)
Students of Yujin Gakuen join hands during their Taiko performance. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
The University of Oregon dance group Kunoichi performs at Japan Night. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
Kanako Takahashi from Kunoichi group shows off her dance moves during Japan night. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)
Duck Street Dance members move in sync during Japan Night. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)
Director of Ahiru Daiko, Alex Caves during his Taiko performance. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
A students of Yujin Gakuen drums during the Taiko performance. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
Director of Ahiru Daiko, Alex Caves displaying his Taiko techniques. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
A member of Ahiru Daiko raises her Taiko sticks during her performance. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald
Sean Pargeter from Ahiru Daiko chanting in Japanese. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)
kunoichi member Mari Ishizeki twirls during her performance. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)
A students of Yujin Gakuen performs on a traditional Japanese drum at Japan Night. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
Ahiru Daiko member Marie O’Brien shows off her Taiko spirit. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)
Billy Walker of Ahiru Daiko raises his Taiko sticks during his performance. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. (Natalie Hardwicke/Emerald)
Ninjas make an appearance at the finale of Japan Night. The University of Oregon Japanese Student Organization showcased Japan Night at the EMU Ballroom in Eugene, Oregon on February 13th, 2016. (Natsumi Seki/Emerald)