UZUMARU
Uzumaru (渦丸) by Vortex Co, A Yosakoi Dance Team in San Jose, CA
since 2017
WHAT IS UZUMARU?
Uzumaru is a Yosakoi dance team from San Jose's Japantown. Yosakoi is a traditional Japanese dance that originated from Kochi prefecture.
Uzumaru is a yosakoi team from San Jose Japantown that was founded in December 2017 by Ikumi Sekiguchi. The name "Uzumaru" comes from "uzu" (渦 / whirlpool) and "maru" (丸 / circle). "Uzu" symbolizes Ikumi's desire to draw the audience into the joy and excitement of yosakoi, while "maru" symbolizes the Japanese flag. Uzumaru hopes to enthrall the audience with their performances and have each member's heart and soul shine through their dancing.
No dance experience is necessary to join Uzumaru and we are currently looking for new members who would like to join! If you are interested in joining our team, please contact us!!
ABOUT US
VORTEX CO is an unincorporated nonprofit association under the laws of the state of California. Our mission is to offer people of all ages and abilities the experience of Yosakoi dance, building a vital sense of community while strengthening mental and physical energy through unique, Japanese rhythmic dance. Vortex Co. provides anyone interested the opportunity to join the performance team, “Uzumaru”; transcending language and cultural background to enrich their lives.
Tax ID: 99-0587705
Past Performances
参加イベント
We have performed at various regional and national events, including the Golden State Warriors and San Francisco Giants games.
Won the Grand Prize at the 2025 North American International Yosakoi Festival held in Canada.
Practice Location
練習場所
We practice in San Jose Japan town
every Wednesday ＆Sunday!
毎週水曜＆日曜にサンノゼジャパンタウンにて練習中
見学大歓迎！
