Check out these articles
-
Video article 6:33
The Work of a Master! The Amazing Kimono Making Process Starting From a Hand-Drawn Sketch!
Traditional Culture- 36 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 8:02
You'll Be Blown Away by the Beauty of These Hand-Painted "Kyo-yuzen" Kimono! This Well-Established Kimono Store in Kyoto, Which Has Been in Business for More Than 40 Years, Gives Us a Look at What Goes Into Making Beautiful Kimono!
Traditional Culture- 191 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 4:52
Saito Jotaro's Latest Kimono Designs Fascinate the World! A Commitment To Kimono That Even the World-Famous Artist Lady Gaga Delighted In!
Traditional Culture- 64 plays
- YouTube
The Hairdressers Recreating Beautiful, Traditional Japanese Ukiyo-e Hairstyles. Be Amazed by the Skills of Tomiko Minami, a Master of Her Craft!
The Hairdresser Recreating Ukiyo-e Hairstyles
This video, titled "Recreating Ukiyo-e Hairstyles," was created by "The Art Institute of Chicago."
From 0:27 in the video, professional hairdresser Tomiko Minami appears. She is highly skilled at recreating the hairstyles portrayed in ukiyo-e prints of the Edo Period.
Ukiyo-e prints were created by Edo-era artists such as the famous Katsushika Hokusai (葛飾北斎).
The beautiful renditions of women in ukiyo-e prints have gained admiration not only in Japan but also worldwide.
As seen in the video, hairdressers like Tomiko Minami use the techniques of old to bring ukiyo-e hairstyles to life in the present day.
More About Professional Hairdresser Tomiko Minami
The video introduces Tomiko Minami of Minami Hairdressing.
She is part of a group of Japanese hairdressers known as "yusoku biyoshi" (有職美容師), who specialize in studying and maintaining historical traditions of the imperial court and samurai families with regards to hair and clothing.
Tomiko Minami is not only proficient in traditional Japanese hairstyles, but also well-versed in the ornaments and clothing styles of each era.
She is even responsible for hairdressing and garments at the Ise Jingu Festival (伊勢神宮祭).
At the Aoi Matsuri (葵祭) and the Heian Shrine (平安神宮) Jidai Matsuri, she is in charge of more than 150 different types of hairstyles.
Her recreations of ukiyo-e hairstyles are extremely detailed and intricate.
With participants strolling around with their beautiful hairdos and traditional garments, these festivals of Kyoto are a wonderful sight, bringing to life the atmosphere of times past.
The Amazing Hairstyles Yusoku Biyoshi Can Recreate
During the early Edo Period, people generally let their hair flow freely without tying it up.
However, from the mid-Edo Period, hairstyles, such as those seen in ukiyo-e prints, began to increase in popularity.
There were styles such as the the kamome tabo (鴎髱, Seagull's Tail), the yoko-hyogo (横兵庫, Butterfly), and the torobin (燈籠鬢, Lantern Locks) resembling a traditional lantern.
In the later Edo and Bakumatsu Periods, elaborate hairstyles ,especially for high-ranking courtesans, were created as well.
The hairdressers skillfully make use of combs and hairpins to create traditional Japanese hairstyles, such as suberakashi (垂髪), as well as the shimada and katsuyama styles favored by geisha and maiko.
At 1:37, 3:19, and 5:02 in the video, you can see the finished hairstyles carefully dressed by the talented hairdresser.
Summary of the Hairdressers Recreating Ukiyo-e Hairstyles
The hairdressers shown in this video make use of techniques used in the Edo Period to accurately recreate the hairstyles of that period.
Their incredible skill has gained attention from around the world.
Be sure to take a look at the video and take in the skills of the hairdressers and understand the depth of Japanese culture!
-
Video article 12:26
Bring the Japanese Garden Indoors! Lanterns, Stone Bridges, Bonsai... How to Make a Super-Realistic Miniature Garden in 12 Minutes!
Traditional Culture- 75 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 1:42
Let's Learn About "道" (Dou), Traditional Japanese Cultures! Get to Know the Japanese Spirit Through Kendo (剣道), Tea Ceremony (茶道), Calligraphy (書道), and Other Traditional Japanese Cultural Activities!
Traditional Culture- 663 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 10:19
The Awesome Sosaku Eisa Dance of Ryukyu Budan Shoryu Matsuri Daiko! Feel the Charm of Okinawa With This Powerful Dance That Implements the Traditional Martial Arts of Okinawa!
Traditional Culture Entertainment & Music- 736 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 3:10
The Urasenke School of Tea Has Detailed Rules on Not Only How To Drink Tea, but Also on How To Take Sweets! Experience the Hospitality of Japan's Ancient Tea Ceremony!
Traditional Culture- 550 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 3:36
Beautiful "Utase Ships" Sailing Across the Vast Seas of Kumamoto. Japan's Traditional "Utase Fishing" Has a Long History of Coexisting With Nature, and Has Been Passed Down for Generations!
Traditional Culture Life & Business- 118 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 6:09
Hitofude-ryuu: The Beautiful One Stroke Dragons of Japan. Check Out These Amazing Works of Art!
Traditional Culture History- 210 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 3:50
Kabazaiku: A Traditional Japanese Woodworking Craft of Utilizing the Most Exquisite Cherry Bark. Each Product Is Hand Crafted by Skilled Artisans, Using All-Natural Ingredients in Akita, Japan
Traditional Culture- 205 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 14:54
Nihon Buyo - Traditional Japanese Dance Based on Kabuki. Experience Japanese Culture and Learn the History of the Beautiful Performing Art!
Traditional Culture Entertainment & Music Japanese Celebrities- 216 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 10:07
Sukiya Carpentry Is a Traditional Craft That Has Been Passed Down From Generation to Generation in Japan. A Look at Sukiya Carpentry and the Thoughts of Master Carpenters!
Traditional Culture Art & Architecture Traditional Crafts- 217 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 6:13
The Beautiful World of 3D Paper Cutting Art! Enjoy Amazing Works Created by the Paper Cutting Artist, Naofumi Hama
Traditional Culture Modern Culture- 134 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 29:52
The History of the Kimono as Seen Through Show. Enjoy the Changing Colors and Styles of the Kimono Through the Ages. The Dressing Performance Is Also a Must-See!
Traditional Culture- 204 plays
- YouTube
-
Video article 1:53
Feel the Spirit of Japan With the Beautiful Prayer "Kagura," at Ise Shrine in Ise, Mie Prefecture! Introducing Highlights of Popular Sightseeing Spots That You Won't Want to Miss When Visiting Ise-Shima!
Traditional Culture History- 272 plays
- YouTube
1 Comment