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The history of Satsuki Kai
If it's not fun, it's not a Satsuki Kai!
A place where local friends gather
Takinoue Satsuki Kai was established one year before Ome City was incorporated as a city.
It was established in 1950 (Showa 25),
This year marks the 70th anniversary of
It has a long history,
It is one of the important communities in the area.
The name of the "Satsuki Kai"
The name comes from the fact that the association was founded in May.
Since then, the general meeting has been held every May.
In the early days of the May Association, they held the Tanabata Festival,
We lend our handmade lanterns to other towns,
I also go on family recreational trips.
In addition, "Kiyari" began in 1968,
A festival of male farewells also began to be held.
Currently, Satsuki Kai is made up of people of various occupations and ages.
They are gathering.
We exchanged information over drinks,
We all sang "Kiyari" together,
It's a lively and fun gathering.
Away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life,
It's also a place where you can take a breather.
In addition, the summer festival tournament
(Karaoke, food stalls, etc.)
At the Ome Festival, as the executive team,
In cooperation with neighborhood associations and other organizations
It plays a central role.
In addition, Satsuki Kai is a voluntary organization,
Through membership fees and donations
It is operated by
However, the number of members is decreasing year by year.
Due to the current situation where it is difficult to manage events,
Not only in the town but also among members' acquaintances
We invite you to join throughout the year,
Have fun with more friends
That's what I'm aiming for.
2025 Summer Festival
Greetings from Satsuki Kai Chairman
Takinoue Town Summer Festival on Sunday, July 20th
It was held.
Many visitors from Takinoue Town,
We also appreciate the cooperation of those involved,
A great success
We were able to hold a summer festival .
Deepening exchanges in Takinoue Town
It was a valuable opportunity,
We would like to express our sincere gratitude.
We appreciate your continued support for Satsukikai activities.
We appreciate your cooperation .
Thank you for your cooperation.
2025 Satsuki Kai Chairman
This is the view inside the community center!
Starting with the music, followed by karaoke and cheers and applause, everyone, adults and children alike, are having a great time!!
Thank you for coming despite the heat!!
We also performed some musical accompaniment!
2024 Summer Festival
Greetings from the Satsuki Kai Chairman
The Takinoue Town Summer Festival was held on Sunday, July 14th.
Even though the coronavirus situation has calmed down recently, some areas have been forced to cancel summer festivals and fireworks displays due to lack of funds and manpower.
Given the current circumstances, it is no surprise that we were able to hold the summer festival again this year, and we owe it all to the kind donations and cooperation of all those who came to the event and helped out behind the scenes. We would like to express our gratitude.
All members of the Satsukikai will work together to ensure that the event can be held again next year and beyond, so we ask for your continued support and cooperation.
2024 Satsuki Kai Chairman
Preparation
A fun summer festival for everyone! 2024
July 16, 2023 "Takinoue Summer Festival"
was held!
The summer festival was held for the first time in four years.
This time it was held at the community center.
It's been hot every day,
Many people in Takinoue Town participated,
Furthermore, thanks to the efforts of the executives,
A lively and fun time
I was able to spend time there.
thank you very much.
This is an event that I look forward to every year
To be able to continue for a long time
I hope so.
2023 Satsuki Kai Chairman
This time, we held a karaoke contest in the community center.
The singing voices of many people, including children, echoed throughout the venue.
The Hayashi Ren performed a musical accompaniment.
A children's corner was set up outside the hall.
The children had fun with super balls, chicks, shiny objects, and ring toss.
Many smiles bloomed.
In addition, with the cooperation of the Hayashi-ren, Bonfire Club, Sports Club, Residents' Association and others,
Yakitori, yakisoba, edamame,
Draft beer, coffee and other drinks,
There was also a wide selection of food and drinks to enjoy, including shaved ice, sweets, and various soft drinks.
Schedule
The main events held by the Satsuki Kai throughout the year are:
As follows:
When I saw this, I thought, "Hey you there!"
Please come and join us at the Satsuki Kai.
Late July: Summer Festival
Mid-September Moon Viewing Party
Early December: Year-end party
Late January New Year's party
Autumn to winter social trip
May 2nd-3rd Ome Festival
General meeting in late May
Participate in monthly garbage collection day
you too
Would you like to join the Satsuki Kai?
New members
We are currently recruiting!
A friend you can rely on in times of need,
That's the Satsuki Kai!
Including the Ome Festival,
Each event strengthens the bonds between the community.
If you would like to join or have any questions,
To the Satsuki Kai officers
Please feel free to contact us
Activities
Various events
Ome Festival
What is Kiyari?
Kiyari is a type of work song, and is also called Kiyari song or Kiyari uta.
Originally, these were work songs sung when large groups of people carried timber for construction, such as sacred trees for shrine construction, but they also include songs sung when carrying other building materials, when carrying earthworks and other construction work, and when pulling festival floats.
It is said to have originated from a call that Eisai Shonin (a monk from the late Heian period to the early Kamakura period, and the founder of the Rinzai sect of Buddhism in Japan) had people chant when pulling up heavy objects in 1202 (Kennin 2), about 820 years ago.
As time passed, the shouts evolved into songs, and the Edo style spread as the Edo Tobi workers gradually increased in number.
Speaking of Kiyari songs, the Edo Kiyari song is famous, performed as an attraction at the fire department's opening ceremony by firefighters climbing ladders and singing in chorus, but it can also be sung as a celebratory song in the Ondo style, with a solo lead singer singing in tandem with a large number of people singing in unison.
The Kiyari songs sung by firemen are a popular sight at events, parties, weddings and other special occasions, instantly livening up the mood at the venue.
At the Ome Grand Festival on May 2nd and 3rd, when the floats are brought out for the first time that day, when they are dedicated at Sumiyoshi Shrine, and when the festival men are welcomed and sent off, the Takinoue Satsuki Kai members sing in unison, led by the chairman of the wood-burning committee selected from the Satsuki Kai, followed by many other members, creating a great atmosphere for the festival.
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Wikipedia
Kiyari (woodworking) is a type of work song, also known as a kiyari song or kiyari uta (woodworking song). It is said to have originated in 1202 (Kennin 2) when Eisai Shonin (a monk from the late Heian period to the early Kamakura period, the founder of the Rinzai sect of Buddhism in Japan) had his workers yell when pulling up heavy objects. Over time, the yell evolved into a song, and Edo-style songs spread as the number of Edo-style workers increased.
Encyclopedia Mypedia
A type of Japanese folk song. An abbreviation of "Kiyari-uta." Originally a labor song for large groups of people carrying timber for construction, such as sacred trees for shrine construction, but also includes songs for carrying other building materials, construction work such as earthworks, and pulling festival floats. It is an ondo style song with a slow tempo, featuring a solo lead singer and a large group of people singing in unison, interlocking with each other. It is sometimes sung as a celebratory song rather than a work song, and has also been adapted as a shamisen song.
Japan Firefighters Preservation Society
Speaking of "Kiyari Uta," the most famous is the "Edo Kiyari Uta," which is performed as an attraction at the fire department's New Year's parade ceremony, and is sung by firefighters climbing ladders. Kiyari sung by firefighters is a popular song at events, parties, weddings, and other special occasions, instantly livening up the mood of the venue.