Kawachi Ondo is a folk song that originates in what is now the Osaka region and later spread all over the country. The lyrics can be modified to touch on anything from epic tales to current events, and the best singers are able to improvise freely.
The Sumida Kinshicho Kawachi Ondo Bon Odori on July 30 and 31 is where you can experience a comprehensive introduction to the art of Kawachi Ondo. This Kinshicho festival is now in its 43rd year.