This was one of our more unplanned activities. I had completely forgotten about it until the day before, because we had no plans we decided to go. I think this has been my most favorite festival I've attended on Okinawa. I don't mind the heat and will go out and play when it's hot, but I don't mind cooler weather either. I didn't realize how nice it was to do an activity not baking in the sunlight. The only thing we had in hand was our camera, and that was it. Not loads of water and sunscreen and a huge diaper bag. That was nice! It was also really beautiful to see the view of Okinawa from up on the castle. I really enjoyed seeing the castle lit up and watching the traditional Japanese performances.
Ely was really clingy this evening so wouldn't get in any of the pictures I was taking because I was holding her, so consequently Sean is the only person in this one.
The most beautiful performance arena under the harvest moon. Traditional Japanese dance.
Ely was surprisingly well behaved for at least 30 minutes of the show. The music was mellow, and soft as was the dancing. For a little person I can imagine it not being very entertaining for long periods of time. It was silent in the castle courtyard. While it is child friendly, the ushers were not shy about asking a parent of a loud child to escort them out until they could become quiet again. We left the performance shortly after she became restless.
The view of beautiful Okinawa at night.
I really love these pictures, they were really hard to get. All taken by Sean.
The light of my world.
We saw another kitty as we were coming in. She was very concerned and asked for him the whole time. Luckily we found this guy on our way out so she could say bye.
