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Video article 0:33
The Final Chapter of the Popular "Rurouni Kenshin" Movie Series Is Set to Release in 2021! Is This the Last Time You'll See the Classic, Which Sold 72 Million Copies, on the Big Screen?
Modern Culture- 28 plays
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This video, titled "Rurouni Kenshin Final Chapter: The Final / The Beginning - Special Report" (映画『るろうに剣心 最終章 The Final/The Beginning』特報), was released by "Warner Bros. Official Channel" (ワーナー ブラザース 公式チャンネル). Rurouni Kenshin, introduced in the video is a work by Nobuhiro Watsuki, which was serialized in Shueisha's Weekly Shonen Jump from 1994 to 1999. It's often abbreviated as "Ruroken" in Japanese. The manga about Japan in the early Meiji period has sold more than 72 million copies. "Rurouni Kenshin: The Final/The Beginning" will be released during Golden Week in 2021 and is the final part of the "Rurouni Kenshin" film series which has earned a total 12.5 billion yen at the box office. The cast includes Takeru Satoh, Emi Takei, Mackenyu, Yū Aoi, and Yōsuke Eguchi. -
Video article 37:41
A Wooden Dollhouse With a Hidden Door! This Masterpiece Is Made With 100 Yen Materials and Amazing Craftsmanship!
Modern Culture- 17 plays
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This video, titled "DIY☺︎ 100均のフォトフレームに隠し扉のあるドールハウスを作ってみた!Miniature dollhouse with hidden door!" was released by "Hanabira工房" This is a popular DIY video that received over 1 million views within a month of its release! In the video, you can see a dollhouse with a hidden door being made. It uses mainly wood and 100-yen products. In the 40-minute video, you can enjoy watching the amazing process of making this hidden-door dollhouse. One of the highlights is the fried eggs and bacon on a frying pan that can be seen at 29:11 in the video. It's hard to believe they're smaller than a one-yen coin. -
Video article 9:10
Introducing a Studio in Kyoto Where You Can Have a Glamorous Oiran Experience. Transform Into a Professional Oiran!
Modern Culture- 19 plays
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This video, titled "[Oiran Experience] An Oiran Experience in Kyoto" (【花魁体験】京都で花魁体験♡), was released by a "White Style mi mama." In this video, you can see an oiran experience at a studio in Kyoto. In ancient Japan, high-class courtesans were called oiran (花魁). At the Kyoto studio "Oiran Experience Studio Arare" (花魁体験studio あられ), introduced in the video, you can transform into an oiran and have your picture taken, adding a modern touch to the traditional oiran style. Make-up and photography are done by professionals. Also, the sets are elaborate, so you can enjoy your experience in an authentic environment. Various plans and options are available as well. Check out the video to see the amazing oiran transformation! -
Video article 27:35
Build Your Ideal Island! Learn How to Enjoy Living on an Uninhabited Island in Animal Crossing!
Modern Culture- 14 plays
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This video is from the Nintendo Official YouTube channel. It's titled "Animal Crossing: New Horizons Direct 2020.2.20|An in-Depth Look at Life on an Uninhabited Island" (あつまれ どうぶつの森 Direct 2020.2.20 無人島生活をくわしくご紹介). The game introduced in the video, Animal Crossing: New Horizons for Nintendo Switch, is a game set on an uninhabited island where players can enjoy living on a deserted island by building a house and garden in whatever way they see fit. It's a very popular game where you can interact with other players. In this video, you can learn how to start the game and learn more about the game's development! -
Video article 2:20
Check Out the Latest Entry in the Ratchet and Clank Series on ps5! Enjoy the Powerful, Movie-Like World!
Modern Culture- 12 plays
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This video is titled "Ratchet & Clank: Rift Apart - Announcement Trailer | PS5." It was released by PlayStation. In this video, you can see a trailer for the latest game in the Ratchet & Clank series for PlayStation 5. Ratchet and Clank is produced by the Japanese company Sony. Check out the video to see the depth and intensity of the game! -
Video article 1:32
Watch the Popular Comic Book Hero Fight in the Streets of New York City! Check Out Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales on ps5!
Modern Culture- 12 plays
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This video, titled "Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales - Announcement Trailer | PS5," was released by PlayStation. In this video, you can see the latest PS5 release of the popular comic book hero, Spider-Man, in Marvel's Spider-Man: Miles Morales. In this video, you'll get to see Spider-Man in action in the streets of New York City. Check out the video for a glimpse at the realistic world! -
Video article 6:03
Daigo Yamashita - Learn About Japanese Rockabilly Culture
Modern Culture Entertainment & Music- 500 plays
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Rockabilly Culture in Japan by James Partridge It is a documentary that follows a young man living in Tokyo, who loves Rockabilly culture. This video was created by NOWNESS. The young man in the video is Daigo Yamashita, known as JOHNNY. He uses pomade to help him rock his 50's hairstyle. This video focuses on Daigo’s daily life of dancing and singing as a musician. How deep is his passion for Rockabilly? Let's find out! What Is Rockabilly? The History and Origin of Rockabilly in Japan Source :YouTube screenshot Rockabilly started in the early 1950s, and it is a mix of country music, bluegrass and other kinds of music. Famous Rockabilly singers are Elvis Presley and Carl Perkins. The history of Rockabilly culture started around the late 1950s. However, around the late 60s, the "group sounds" boom arrived, and Rockabilly slowly started to fade out. Enjoy “Rockabilly culture” in the middle of Japan! A revival of this 50's style? Source :YouTube screenshot There are people who get together on weekends at Yoyogi park to enjoy Rockabilly culture. These people are called “Rockabilly Zoku (Tribe)”. Watching the video of elderly men dancing at Yoyogi park might tempt you to go join in on the fun. Take a look at the video from 3:14 to see Rockabilly Zoku’s activity at Yoyogi park. As Daigo Yamashita stated in the video at 3:33, people who enjoy Rockabilly culture are getting older. Sharing Rockabilly Culture With the Younger Generation Source :YouTube screenshot Daigo Yamashita, known as JOHNNY, works as a musician at night. He works as a musician about 20 times a month to spread the Rockabilly culture. Check the video to see a man and a woman dancing at a dance hall with the oldies music from the 50s. You can also see Daigo Yamashita as a musician from 4:55. Daigo’s goal is to spread the Rock n Roll and Rockabilly cultures to the younger generations. He was influenced by many Japanese rock singers when he was a child, and it seems like he is seeking to influence young people through his music the same way he was influenced as a child. Summary of Japan's Rockabilly Culture Source :YouTube screenshot This article talked about the video of Rockabilly culture in Japan. You can see Daigo Yamashita enjoying his daily life of following the old trend. The video of Daigo enjoying the old trend might make you feel like something is missing in your life. If this video has you interested in Rockabilly culture, be sure to find a local venue to enjoy some Rock n Roll music! There are some classic stores like “Jumpin’ Jack’s” in the video at 1:56, where you can purchase some fancy rockabilly style clothing. Who knows, Rockabilly culture might make a comeback and another rockabilly boom could occur in the future. 【Official Website】NOWNESS https://www.nowness.com/ -
Video article 1:30
From Today, It's My Turn!!: The Movie - The Hilarious Japanese Drama About Delinquents!
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The Movie Version of the Popular TV Drama "From Today, It’s My Turn!!" Premiers in Theaters Summer, 2019! The video introduced in this article is titled "From Today, It’s My Turn!! Movie Version Preview" (【In theaters from July 17 (Fri)】(『今日から俺は!!劇場版』予告【7月17日(金)公開】). It's a trailer for the movie of the same name, posted by "Toho MOVIE Channel." "From Today, It’s My Turn!!," is a popular drama that aired in 2018, and this film adaptation was also highly anticipated. It is based on the legendary delinquent manga "From Today, It's My Turn!!," by Hiroyuki Nishimori, and was published in Extra Shonen Sunday from September 1988 to August 1990, and then moved to Weekly Shonen Sunday where it was serialized from issue 40 in 1990 to issue 47 in 1997. The Popular Drama, "From Today, It’s My Turn!!" Source :YouTube screenshot The story of "From Today, It’s My Turn!!" is a yankee battle gag manga set in 1980s Nanya High School in Chiba Prefecture. It's considered the gold standard for delinquent manga, with a total of 40 million copies sold in 38 volumes of its comics edition. It is unique in that, unlike other delinquent manga, there are no characters who are members of biker gangs, and there are no scenes of violence, vulgarity, or scenes that involve killing. The Long-Awaited Movie Version of "From Today, It’s My Turn!!" Source :YouTube screenshot "From Today, It’s My Turn!!," is written and directed by Yuichi Fukuda, just like the drama, and the episode "VS Hokunei High School" which was popular in the original, is brought to life on the big screen by the regular cast members. Regarding the characters and cast, main characters Takashi Mitsuhashi, introduced at 0:14 in the video, and Shinji Ito, introduced at 0:17, are played by Kento Kaku and Kentaro Ito respectively, with the heroine Riko Akasaka played by Nana Seino and Kanna Hashimoto as Kyoko Hayakawa. In addition to this, Yuya Yagira plays Eiji Yanagi, the principal of Hokunei High School (0:24), Maika Yamamoto plays Sukeban Ryoko Morikawa, Tsuyoshi Muro plays Mr. Mukunoki, and Professor Sorimachi is played by Shinobu Hasegawa of SISSONE. Questions about hidden cast members, such as whether Kento Yamazaki, who appeared in the final episode of the TV drama series will appear in this movie, is also a hot topic. Created in response to many voices asking for a sequel after it gained popularity on TV, "From Today, It’s My Turn!!" is set to be released in theaters, and it will also be revived as a special drama. The Rising Excitement for the Movie Release of "From Today, It’s My Turn!!" Source :YouTube screenshot Upon the release of "From Today, It’s My Turn!! Movie Version," the poster blew up on social media sites. The movie was designed with a "Tribute to the Great Movies of the 80s," feel, with 22 cast members taking part in its creation. It's sure to attract the attention of movie lovers! The preview introduced here also features many comedic scenes and powerful fight scenes. There are many attractive scenes in the video, such as full-on war at 0:51. Summary of "From Today, It’s My Turn!!" Source :YouTube screenshot What did you think of the introduction video for "From Today, It’s My Turn!!"? It'll be exciting to see how the movie turns out. Are you planning on watching it? Enjoy the legendary yankee manga, with its humanistic storyline, charming characters, and gags that will have you dying from laughter! -
Video article 2:23
The Popular Gyaru Magazine "Popteen" Is Like the Bible for Japanese “Kawaii” Culture! Check out the Video That Includes the Precious Photo Shoot of the Three Charismatic Reader Models!
Modern Culture- 48 plays
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The Popteen Cover Photo Shoot This video introduces "The making of the Popteen cover(人気ギャル雑誌『Popteen』の表紙ができるまで!)". Popteen is a teenage fashion magazine published by the Kadokawa Haruki Corporation. The first issue was published in 1980. These three gorgeous girls in kimono appearing in the video made the cover of the 2012 January issue. The video captures their cover photo shoot scene. This article is to introduce the Gyaru culture and reader models alongside the video. What Are Reader Models? Source :YouTube screenshot The models who appear from 0:37 are Mizukitty (Mizuki Nishiyama), Kumikky (Kumiko Funayama) and Pikarin (Hikari Shiina). They were the active reader models for Popteen when the video was made in 2011. Many of the former Popteen models, such as Moe Oshikiri, Nicole Fujita, Tsubasa Masuwaka, and Rola, later made a success break into the TV industry or got a big break as an exclusive model or even an actress, and have been active to this day. How Did They Become Models? Photo:Shibuya 109 In many cases, they became models after being recruited by a magazine editor while walking down the streets of Shibuya or Harajuku. These three cover girls also used to be just ordinary teenagers who hung out in Shibuya or Harajuku. "Popteen": The Kawaii Bible! Source :YouTube screenshot Shibuya and Harajuku are the epicenter of Kawaii culture. These areas represent Japan's youth culture, and serve as the source of numerous teen slang such as "Agepoyo" which is slang to describe that you're pumped up or excited about something. The magazine Popteen plays a leading role in Japanese teen culture. The freebies attached to the magazine is another reason for its popularity among teens who need to have the latest fashion. The Summary of the Popteen Cover Shoot Video Source :YouTube screenshot This article introduced the Popteen cover photo shoot, and the role that the magazine plays to inspire the Gyaru culture. Dressed in the gorgeous kimonos, the models with Gyaru makeup do kawaii poses, as seen from 0:16. The actual magazine cover appears at 2:04. Check out the latest issue of Popteen if you like Kawaii culture or want to get inspired by cute charismatic reader models. -
Video article 1:29
The Symbol of Japan’s “Kawaii” Culture! What Kind of Places Are These Maid Cafes? An In-Depth Analysis of the Modern Japanese Culture That People From Around the World Long For
Modern Culture Action & Adventure- 38 plays
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Check out the Video Introducing Maid Cafes in Japan! We'll take a close look at maid cafe culture in Japan. This is a video introducing Japan's maid cafes, “Introducing @home cafe Osaka main location PV” located in Osaka. The beginning of Otaku culture started in Japan. It has since spread all over the world and become popular worldwide. Many people are curious about this modern culture of maid cafes. Maid cafes, where maids work as waitresses, can be found in many places in Japan. However, maid cafes are mainly located in Akihabara, Tokyo and Nihonbashi, Osaka. If you are curious about Japanese modern cultures such as subculture and Otaku culture, please try visiting a maid cafe. Introducing the culture of maid cafe in Japan! Photo:Old town coffee shop It has been said that the origins of Japan's maid cafe culture started around theMeiji era (in 1912). “Cafe Lion” is the very first maid cafe, located in Ginza and Ueno in Tokyo. Maid cafes built a reputation for good looking Japanese girls wearing aprons on top of Japanese style uniforms. Throughout its long history, maid cafes have transformed and created the modern Kawaii culture of Japan. What Kind of Services Are Available at Japan's Maid Cafes Source :YouTube screenshot As you can see in the video at 0:07, the maids are dressed in cute uniforms and give the best service. As you can see in the video at 0:45, there are several different menus available such as a photogenic cafe menu which is Instagrammable, and a rice omelet with a cute message on top. You can also enjoy having conversations with the maids and take pictures together. Some cafes hold a live singing performance as you can see in the video at 0:56. The Different Types of Japanese Maid Cafes Photo:Maid There are several different types of maid cafes in Japan. Besides the modern style maid cafe which you see in the video, there are Japanese themed cafes where they serve Japanese sweets as well. Popular maid cafes are the "@home cafe," in Akihabara and Osaka, and "Maid Ri-min" in Nagoya. It will be fun to visit different maid cafes in different cities. Each maid cafe has different prices and different menus. Japanese Maid Cafe Summary Source :YouTube screenshot Japanese maid cafes became a modern culture of Japan, and it is a symbol of “Kawaii” culture. You can get more than what you get at regular restaurants. Please check the official website of each maid cafe for the service, menu, and pricing. Many cafes are perfect for first time visitors, so please don’t hesitate if you are new to maid cafes. ◆@Home cafe Osaka main location Outline◆ 【Address】B1F SEM building 1st floor, 4-9-13, Nihonbashi, Naniwa, Osaka-shi, Osaka 【Access】5 minutes walk from the ext 1-A at Ebisucho station on Osaka metro Sakaisuji line 【Admission Fee】Adult: 700 Yen 【Hours】11:00 〜 22:00 【Closures】Irregular 【Parking】Not available 【Phone Number】06-6585-9760 【Official Website】@Home cafe https://www.cafe-athome.com/ -
Video article 3:06
Spend a Relaxing Time With Charming Cats at a Cat Café! They Make You Smile Just by Looking at Them!
Modern Culture Living Things- 36 plays
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Introducing the Cat Café Culture of Japan! This video is titled "Cat Café Nyaon PV" (猫カフェ 猫音(ニャオン)PV) and is a promotional video for Cat Café Nyaon, a cat café in Osaka. In Japan, there are cat cafes, where you can spend time playing with charming cats. At a cat café, you can feed a wide variety of cats and play with them with various toys. It is also fun to take photos of pretty cats climbing on the cat towers. They are very photogenic. Cat cafes are cafes where people drink and eat. As such, they serve you delicious food in a hygienic container with a lid as shown from 1:14. Friendly cats are allowed in the dining area, too. They come on top of the table and invite you to play. They are very cute. Enjoy the modern Japanese culture of cat cafes as shown in the video. What Are Japan's Cat Cafes? Photo:Cat cafe The origin of cat cafes goes back to Nekokaen, opened in Taiwan in 1998. In Japan, the first cat café opened in Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture in Japan's Kansai region in 2004. The history of cat cafes is still very short, and it is a modern Japanese culture. However, there are many cat café fans who want to spend a fun time with cats. A movie called ‘Cat Café (猫カフェ Nekokafe)’ was released in 2018. It was a really hot topic at the time. Since the cats at the cat cafes are prone to stress, most cafes give them a regular health check. There are some cat cafes where you can meet pedigree cats, while others keep mixed breed or abandoned cats. There are also adoption cafes, too, where you can adopt a cat of your choice. If you want to get a cat in Japan, perhaps you can visit one of these places. About Cat Café Nyaon Source :YouTube screenshot Cat Café Nyaon shown in the video is in the Naniwa district of Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture. As you approach the front door of the cat world, cat ornaments welcome you. This is shown from 0:07. Once in the café, you are in the world of cats. You are surrounded by cat-related items such as picture books and other cat-like objects. You can see the inside of the café from 0:27 in the video. You can spot other small cat fixtures throughout the video as well. How many can you spot? At Cat Café Nyao, six café cats entertain visitors. With these cute cats, you should be able to take photos perfect for Instagram. Let’s Go to a Cat Café! Photo:A napping cat In Kyoto, where many foreign tourists visit for sightseeing, there are cat cafes such as Tango in Saiin, that is easily accessed from Kyoto station. There is also Jiji in Uji, Mocha in Kawara Town, Gallery Cats Eye in Maruta Town and Marumari in Shugakuin. There are many more cat cafes in Ikebukuro, Shinjuku and Akihabara in Tokyo. There are various cat cafes in Chiba Prefecture, Nara Prefecture and Fukuoka Prefecture in addition to Saitama Prefecture, Yokohama City, Nagoya City and Osaka City. Why not visit a cat café during your stay in Japan. Summary of Japan's Cat Cafes Source :YouTube screenshot As seen in the video, cat cafes are a part of Japanese culture. You can be surrounded by many kinds of cats and spend a relaxing time with them. The admission varies from one café to another. You pay around 1,000 yen per hour at most cat cafés for admission. Food and drinks that you order are charged separately. Please be aware that there are many rules for spending time with the animals. You can check the café ranking, recommendations and opening hours on the internet prior to your visit. We hope you find a fantastic cat café. ◆Cat Café ~ Nyaon ~ ◆ 【Address】3-7-24, Nihonbashi Higashi, Naniwa-ku, Osaka City, Osaka Prefecture, 556-0025 Japan 【Access】1 minute-walk from Exit 1-A5 of Ebisu Station on Subway Sakaisuji Line 【Admission】1,080 Yen~/60 minutes, 1,480 Yen~/90 minutes (drinks charged separately) 【Hours】Around 13:45~21:00 【Closures】Not regularly closed 【Parking】No 【Telephone No.】06-7503-5702 【Official Website】Cat Café ~ Nyaon ~ | A secret café for adults and cats http://nyaon.co.jp/ 【TripAdviser】Cat Café Nyaon https://www.tripadvisor.com/Restaurant_Review-g14127654-d9917477-Reviews-Neko_Cafe_Nyaon-Naniwa_Osaka_Osaka_Prefecture_Kinki.html -
Video article 10:54
Make the Sword of Erdrick From Dragon Quest With Materials You Can Pick up at Any 100 Yen Store in Japan! Tips, and How to Make Your Own!
Modern Culture- 22 plays
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This video was released by "GyakuYoga - the weapon and armor maker GyakuYoga Props" (ギャクヨガ-武器防具作る人 GyakuYoga Props). The video is titled "ENG_SUB [Dragon Quest XI]Sword of Light Tutorial (Sword of Roto) - How make cosplay sword." In this video, cosplayer GyakuYoga shows you how to make a sword by hand from the popular game Dragon Quest. Dragon Quest is an RPG game that was released in 1986 and has had several installments. Erdrick's (known as "roto" in Japan) sword, which is made in this video, is one of the weapons that Erdrick, the hero of Dragon Quest, is equipped with. Most of the materials for making the sword can be purchased at a hundred yen shop. It's hard to believe that this sword was created on such a low budget. The sword looks heavy at first glance, but it only weighs 260 grams and has an iron core inside to make it stronger. The second half of the video shows how to make the scabbard as well! -
Video article 5:32
Introducing the Music Video for the Popular Game Touken Ranbu by Touken Danshi Team Bakumatsu! Enjoy Songs and Powerful Sword Fights!
Modern Culture- 15 plays
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This video, titled "Touken Danshi team Bakumatsu with Tomoegata Naginata 'Battle Cry' Full MV," was released by PRIME CAST. In this video, you can see the music video of the 6th single by Touken Danshi team Bakumatsu with Tomoegata Naginata. Touken Danshi is a general term for the characters in the popular smartphone game Touken Ranbu. Touken Ranbu is a game in which players train male characters who personify famous Japanese swords. Due to the popularity of the game, it has been made into musical, and the swordsmen singing in the video are the actors who play the role of the swordsmen in the musical. The musical "Touken Ranbu" has had CDs released by Touken Danshi from related eras. This video features "Battle Cry," which shows swordsmen from the last days of the Tokugawa shogunate. -
Video article 15:21
Meet the Girls Aiming to Be Japanese Idols! Get an Inside Look at the Lessons of These Girls as They Pursue Their Dreams!
Modern Culture Entertainment & Music- 18 plays
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This video, titled "Meet the Girls Aiming to Be Japanese Idols Part 1 [Japan in Motion 2019 #20]," was released by Japan in Motion. In the first half of the video, three girls - a Japanese girl, Russian girl, and an Italian girl - talk about Japanese idols at an idol store in Akihabara. The three girls also visit a prestigious school in Hiroshima Prefecture that has produced many popular Japanese idols. Actor's School Hiroshima has produced many members of world famous idol groups, such as members of Perfume, BABYMETAL, Morning Musume, AKB48, Nogizaka48, STU48, and =LOVE. The three even got to experience a lesson with their students! -
Video article 34:07
The Famous Nichirin Blade From the Popular Anime "Demon Slayer." Such High-Quality You Could Easily Mistake It for a Real Sword!
Modern Culture- 19 plays
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This video, titled "【日輪刀】Kyojuro Rengoku Nichirin Blade - Demon Slayer - YorozuKajiya: Sword making," was released by " よろず鍛冶屋-Yorozu Kajiya-." In this video, you can see the sword of Kyojuro Rengoku, the flame hashira from the popular anime/manga "Demon Slay "Kimetsu no Yaiba," being made. All parts of this Japanese sword are made with wood! Each part is carefully crafted by hand, and you don't have to be a fan of Demon Slayer to enjoy this video. The finished sword is so beautiful that it could be mistaken for the real thing! -
Video article 1:42
Meijiza, the Oldest Theater in Tokyo, Has Had Its Front Curtain Beautifully Renovated! the Digitally Powered Drapes, Created in Collaboration With the Digital Art Group "TeamLab," Are Truly a Sight to Behold!
Modern Culture Traditional Culture News- 16 plays
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This video, titled "Unveiling of the New 145th Anniversary Drapes|A Collaboration Between Meijiza and TeamLab" (145周年新緞帳を披露 明治座、チームラボとコラボ), was released by "KyodoNews." Meijiza, introduced in this video, is a theater located in Chuo City, Tokyo, and is the longest established theater in Tokyo. To celebrate Meijiza's 145th anniversary, they held a preview of their new drapes in April 2019, in collaboration with digital art collective TeamLab. The drapes are 7 meters long and 20 meters wide, and projections of the streets of Nihonbashi and the activities of its people are shown through projection mapping. -
Video article 43:23
A Walk Around the Venue of the Popular Comiket! You'll Be Mesmerized by the Sight of So Many Amazing Cosplays!
Modern Culture- 17 plays
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This video, titled "[4K] Summer Comiket Cosplay 2017" (【4K】夏のコミケットコスプレ2017), was released by "Rambalac." Comiket 92, shown in the video, took place from Friday, August 11 to Sunday, August 13, 2017, at Tokyo Big Sight. Many people came to the massive event in the hot mid-summer heat. Many cosplayers gathered around the venue, and the popular cosplayers attracted crowds of people. There were also photo sessions held as well. In the video, cosplayers dressed as popular characters are introduced for around ~45 minutes. This video is packed with information on Japanese otaku culture! -
Video article 3:23
Enjoy the Realistic Racing of Gran Turismo on the PS5!
Modern Culture- 13 plays
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This video, titled "Gran Turismo 7 - Announcement Trailer | PS5," was released by PlayStation. This is a promotional video for Gran Turismo 7 on the PlayStation 5. Gran Turismo is a series of games in which players take on the role of a racer and enjoy racing in vehicles that can be found in the real world. In addition to racing, players can also tune up their cars, and the video shows how this is done. -
Video article 3:58
Amazing, Realistic Cosplays at the Popular Event, Wonder Festival! the World's Largest Model and Figure Event Is a Dream Come True for Fans!
Modern Culture- 45 plays
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This video, titled "Wonder Festival 2020 Winter.This is the world’s biggest festival for figures.ワンフェスWF2020冬ワンダーフェスティバル," was released by "emoma!" Wonder Festival is the world's largest exhibition and seller of production kits (models and figures) sponsored by Kaiyodo, one of Japan's largest figure production companies. Both professionals and amateurs are welcome to participate. In addition to the exhibition and sales space, there's a cosplay free zone. Cosplayers dressed in game and anime costumes will be taking photos and interacting with each other. Many of the cosplayers at Wonder Festival have incredibly realistic cosplays, so be sure to check them out in the video! -
Video article 1:33
Japan's Popular Cosplay Culture Captured on Video! See People From Around the World Cosplaying as Their Favorite Anime/Manga Characters!
Modern Culture- 199 plays
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Cosplay Culture! This video, titled "IS JAPAN COOL? COSPLAY," introduces the world's biggest cosplay event, called the "World Cosplay Summit," held annually in Japan. Many participants from all over the world come to participate in the event. Cosplay is where you dress up as your favorite character from anime, manga, cartoons, etc. Cosplay started around 1980, and became popular worldwide in the 90's. That being said, it's a relatively new Japanese culture. But where did cosplay begin? Let's take a look! Japan's Globally Popular Contemporary Culture Source :YouTube screenshot Japanese manga, anime, video games, light novels, and other works that are unique to Japan and not found in other countries are called are unique Japanese cultures and these pieces are called "COOL JAPAN" by people from different countries. Cosplay is classified as a "pop culture" or "sub culture." Its unique worldview, creative storytelling, and unique characters have attracted young people from all over the world, as exemplified by the cosplayers in the video. The cosplayers in the video are from South Korea, Brazil, Finland, England, Holland, Russia, Germany, Austria, France, Italy and more! Successful Cosplay Events All Over Japan! Source :YouTube screenshot In addition to the World Cosplay Summit in the video, there are several different cosplay events in Japan. One such event is called "Character Comic Market." At this event, people gather to publish their own manga and set up sales booths for uniforms and costumes. Many anime, manga, and game fans aren't content just watching their favorite shows or playing games, but enjoy actually becoming their favorite characters. In this way, they can immerse themselves in an alternate world by wearing colorful wigs, clothing, contact lenses, and more. You can see some impressive cosplays in the video as well: Saint Seiya (0:07), Zelda (0:23), Kamen Raider (0:38), Shaazak from Gundam (0:39), Goku from Dragonball (1:02), Hatsune Miku (1:13), and Evangelion (1:14). As cosplay became popular globally, the word "Cosplay" is now a word that expresses the idea of "Cool Japan." There are many online cosplay stores where you purchase your very own costumes as well. The Pluralistic Phenomenon of Cosplay Culture Source :YouTube screenshot As you see in the video, many cosplayers take pictures of themselves and other cosplayers, and cosplay cafes are always crowded with cosplay fans. In Japan, "Enako" is one of the most popular cosplayers. Many famous cosplayers have their own fan bases as well. This is the pluralistic phenomenon of cosplay culture. Summary of Japanese Cosplay Culture When cosplay first started, it was considered a temporary subculture among nerds. In the 80's and 90's, people began watching old cartoons and anime to relive their childhood memories and pass them on to the next generation. Even today, the Japanese government considers cosplay a part of Japanese pop culture. Cosplay now plays an important role in Japan's economy, and is a very important part of Japanese culture. 【Official Website】Cosplay Summit | [Official] World Cosplay Summit https://www.worldcosplaysummit.jp/en/ -
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Kabukicho's Robot Restaurant: Flashy Dancers and Robots in Shinjuku, Tokyo! Experience the Amazing Entertainment of the Show From Another Dimension!
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PR Video of Shinjuku's Robot Restaurant This video called “ ROBOT RESTAURANT in JAPAN - CRAZY!!! ロボットレストラン - HD 4k “ produced by “ beatdownboogie” is a video promoting the robot restaurant in Kabukicho where customers can enjoy a variety of performances. As you can see from this video, this restaurant is very popular for foreign tourists in Tokyo because of its unique services. According to trip advisor, the famous travel website, this robot restaurant is chosen as one of 10 best tourist spots in Tokyo and is a favorite among foreign celebrities and famous artists. This video features how interesting this robot restaurant in Shinjuku is. What Is Shinjuku's Robot Restaurant? Source :YouTube screenshot This robot restaurant was established as an amusement spot in a building in Kabukicho, and cost a total of 10 billion yen (~$92.3m USD) to make. This is popularly known as “Robo-res”. The gorgeous interior decorations and various forms of entertainment attracted a lot of public attention and it quickly became a popular spot for foreign tourists as a store that provides original entertainment shows in Tokyo. You can take many instagrammable pictures while riding a fancy robot! All areas in this restaurant from the floors to ceiling are flashing. Stepping inside this restaurant is like stepping into another dimension. The scene at 0:13 shows this overwhelming atmosphere. There's also a bar in the same building. Guests can bring food and drinks purchased at the cocktail lounge to the show rooms as well. If you make a reservation for a special boxed lunch made by this restaurant, you can eat it during a 90 minute show. If you are interested, check the official web-site. The entrance fee is rather expensive at 8500 yen (as of January, 2020), But you definitely won't regret experiencing the unique atmosphere provided by this robot restaurant. Reputation of the Robot Restaurant Source :YouTube screenshot About 90% of the customers of the robot restaurant are foreigners. They can enjoy a unique culture in Kabuki-cho. If you look at the many photographs of foreign celebrities or prominent figures hanging on the walls of this robot restaurant, you'll know that it's not over-hyped. It attracts a lot of people for a reason. The restaurant is a really popular spot in Tokyo for foreigner visitors. Before shows start, you can buy food and drinks or souvenirs on stage. This 90 minutes entertainment show begins with a Japanese drum performance (0:37). Enjoy the fantastic atmosphere of Japanese drums with gorgeous illuminations. There's also the near-future robot show, the robot beat-em-up game, electronic dance performance, robot parade show, huge dinosaurs, and performances by female dancers. You can see the digest version of these performances in the video. If you watch the video, you'll see how satisfied audiences are by the live performance in the robot restaurant called “Monster Entertainment Show.” It makes sense that so many visitors want to see this live performance one more time. Summary of the PR Video for Shinjuku's Robot Restaurant Source :YouTube screenshot This video called "ROBOT RESTAURANT in JAPAN - CRAZY!!! ロボットレストラン - HD 4k" produced by “beatdownboogie” promotes the robot restaurant in Shinjuku where so many guests have enjoyed entertainment shows with great originality influenced by the cultures of Kabuki-cho. Bathrooms are also unique and the interior decorations of the restaurant are instagrammable. Many experience-based shows such as dance performances or Japanese drum performances are held in this restaurant. These various types of performances of robots or dancers take audiences to another world. Why not give it a visit if you're coming to Tokyo ? A shop serving tea with tapioca located on the first floor of the same building of this robot restaurant is also quite popular. ◆ Detailed information of Robot Restaurant◆ 【Address】2nd floor of Shinjuku Robot Building 1-7-1 Kabuki-cho, Shinjuku, Tokyo 【Access】A 5 minute-walk from the East entrance of JR Shinjuku Station 【Entrance fee】8,500 yen (* As of January, 2020, No discount coupon is used) 【Hours】16:00 to 23:00 【Closures】None 【Parking】None 【Telephone No】03-3200-5500 【Official Website】Robot restaurant http://www.shinjuku-robot.com/sp/index.php?lng=en 【Yelp】Robot restaurant https://www.yelp.com/biz/%E3%83%AD%E3%83%9C%E3%83%83%E3%83%88%E3%83%AC%E3%82%B9%E3%83%88%E3%83%A9%E3%83%B3-%E6%96%B0%E5%AE%BF%E5%8C%BA-3?osq=Robot+restaurant -
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Introducing the Now Handicap Accessible Tourist Attractions of Japan. What Is the Handicap Accessible Situation in Japan, That Many Foreign Tourists Are Benefiting From?
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Handicap Accessible Japan! The video, “Handicap-Accessible Information of Tourist Sites by Barry-Joshua Grisdale(観光地のバリアフリー情報発信 グリズデイル・バリージョシュアさん)”, introduces Barry-Joshua Grisdale of Canada, who promotes information on handicap accessible information on Japan’s tourist websites. Barry-Joshua Grisdale created an English travel information website for people with disabilities called “Accessible Japan”, and promotes information concerning accessibility to Japan’s tourist attractions for the rest of the world. The website name, "Accessible Japan", comes from (as you probably guessed) the word accessibility (able to access easily or use easily). In recent years, the word accessibility, along with the phrase barrier-free, have been popularized globally. In this article, we will be introducing Barry-Joshua Grisdale and Japan’s handicap accessible situation. The Different Types of "Handicap Accessible." Photo:A wheelchair accessible ramp Handicap accessible means that people with disabilities, elderly people with impaired movement, and a wide range of other people, can use facilities and get around with ease. This also refers to the modifications that help make their lives easier. Recently, a barrier-free law has been put into place in Japan, and there have been many changes happening such as: reducing uneven transitions between streets and sidewalks,installing tactile paving on the streets (braille blocks), handicap toilets, as well as elevators. Handrails on trains, extensive wheelchair accessible routes, “Non-step” buses, and handicap accessible hotels are some of the other efforts being made. Japan’s Efforts to Become “Barrier-Free” Source :YouTube screenshot It has been 4 years since Barry-Joshua Grisdale created “Accessible Japan”, the English travel information website for people with disabilities that is accessed over 70,000 times annually. Barry-Joshua Grisdale now works at a welfare facility in Tokyo. He fondly remembers when he came to Japan on a trip when he was 19 years old, and 6 train station attendants carried him down the stairs. Since then he has been spreading the word on how wonderful Japan is to its visitors. Source :YouTube screenshot The English travel information website for people with disabilities “Accessible Japan”, created by Barry-Joshua Grisdale, recommend a pathway leading up to the popular sightseeing attractionSensoji Temple, as shown from 1:05 in the video. It's very useful for people visiting Japan for the first time. The pathway is very flat and easy to access. Also, there is a service in which wheelchair users can use a slope to get on, and take a ride on a rickshaw! Historically famous tourist sites such as Naritasan Shinshoji Temple, as introduced in the footage at 3:31, have become more handicap accessible by installing elevators. Summary of Japan’s Handicap Accessible Tourist Sites Source :YouTube screenshot With the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics, Japan will have many visitors coming from overseas, and those with disabilities, using wheelchairs, and those with service dogs will also be able to enjoy Japan’s tourist attractions. The video in this article, summarizes the efforts of Japan’s tourist sites to becoming handicap accessible. If you're interested in handicap accessibility at Japan’s tourist sites, give "Accessible Japan" a try. It's full of useful content. 【Official Website】Accessible Japan https://www.accessible-japan.com/ -
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You’re Now Luffy! Run Around the Open-World of One Piece! Introducing “One Piece World Seeker”, With a Breathtaking Field and Stunning Battle System!
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Introducing ‘One Piece World Seeker’ This video, titled ‘One Piece World Seeker – Opening Cinematic Trailer | PS4’, was published by ‘PlayStation’ and is a promotional movie for the new game ‘One Piece World Seeker’ which launched in 2019, and is based on the famous manga/anime series One Piece. A large number of popular characters from One Piece are included, and adventure around the in-game world. Seeing as the platform it was released on was the PlayStation 4, the graphics are amazing, and by watching the video, you'll want to give the game a go as well. In this article, we’ll go into some of the details regarding ‘One Piece World Seeker'. What is the popular manga series 'One Piece' all about? Source :YouTube screenshot One Piece is an adventure manga serialized in weekly Shonen Jump by Shueisha, since 1997. As of April 2020, the latest issue is the 96th, and an impressive 470 million paperback copies have been sold in total. The story depicts the nautical adventure romance of the protagonist Monkey D. Luffy travelling around the world to discover the legendary treasure- a single gold piece (a.k.a. One Piece). Friendships and emotional scenes that lead to deep character development with other characters like Zoro Roronoa, and Nami are part of what makes One Piece a great series. It is extremely popular overseas as well, and it has been recognized as ‘the comic book with the most issues published by a single author’ by the Guinness Book of World Records. In 2019, ‘Stampede’, the latest One Piece movie, was shown. The Japanese rock band ‘WANIMA’ played the theme song, and the best voice actors were gathered for it. It is a truly great movie with appearances from countless popular characters from past series'. As of March 2020, it topped 10 billion yen (~$92.7m USD) in box offices worldwide. The newest addition to the One Piece Series- ‘One Piece World Seeker’ Source :YouTube screenshot So what is the latest One Piece videogame, ‘One Piece World Seeker’? ‘One Piece World Seeker’, introduced in the video, is a game launched in 2019 from Bandai Namco Entertainment. It is based on an original story featuring newly-designed characters by Eiichiro Oda, making it irresistible for fans of the series. ‘One Piece World Seeker’ uses the open-world setting where players can adventure around the world freely and put themselves in the shoes of the protagonist Luffy. The refined graphics of the PS4 add to the excitement of adventuring around the world of One Piece. Source :YouTube screenshot In ‘One Piece World Seeker’, players can experience ‘Dramatic open world Action’, while adventuring around as Luffy. In battle, players utilize ‘Luffy Actions’, such as Gomu Gomu no Bazooka, to overwhelm enemies. Skills are easy to use, so anyone, from children to adults, can enjoy this game. In addition, DLC, which adds various episodes to the game, is now available, and you can enjoy the game even after finishing the main storyline. You can check out some of the popular characters in the video, such as Brook from 0:27, Nami from 0:32, and Zoro from 1:46. The newly-released One Piece game in 2020, ‘Pirate Warriors 4’, is another highly rated game from the series and has skyrocketed in popularity. ‘One Piece World Seeker’ wrapped up Source :YouTube screenshot ‘One Piece World Seeker – Opening Cinematic Trailer | PS4’ published by ‘PlayStation’ is a video introducing 'One Piecce World Seeker', one of the latest games from the popular One Piece franchise. It is an open-world game, where you can adventure to your hearts content. Anyone, especially One Piece fans, can enjoy this game! -
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How to Make Japan's "Kyaraben," the World's Cutest Bento! Is This Really a Bento?! You'll Be Amazed at the Quality!
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This video, titled "These Bento Boxes Are Too Cute to Eat (Almost)," was released by Great Big Story. Kyaraben, the bentos so cute you don't even want to eat them, are made with rice, side dishes, and often involve cute anime character designs. In this video, you can see the world-famous Michael Jackson, former President Obama, Pokémon, Doraemon, Hello Kitty, and Mickey Mouse bentos! You'll be amazed at the quality of these kyaraben! The woman featured in the video also holds kyaraben workshops, and many people learn how to make kyaraben from her. Kyaraben are not only cute, but they also make children happy and encourage them to eat things they don't like. Take the time to enjoy this newly developed modern Japanese culture!