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Video article 2:04
Manga - Japan's World-Famous Contemporary Culture! Boasting a Collection of Over 300,000 Manga, the Kyoto International Manga Museum Is the Place to Go for Any True Manga Fan!
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Learn About the Kyoto International Manga Museum With This Video This video, titled "Kyoto International Manga Museum - Local Information Video Site Machi Log" (京都国際マンガミュージアム - 地域情報動画サイト 街ログ) "Machi Log," a Japanese video news site. It's a promotional video of the Kyoto International Manga Museum located in Nakagyo, Kyoto. One Piece, Chihayafuru, Kimetsu no Yaiba... The craze for Japanese Manga and Cosplay has been rapidly spreading across the world. The Kyoto International Manga Museum is a paradise for manga lovers, and attracts both domestic and international visitors. From the classics to the latest manga - you are free to read any comic from the collection. This article looks at the facilities and history of the Kyoto International Manga Museum. What is the Kyoto International Manga Museum? Source :YouTube screenshot In November 2006, the Kyoto International Manga Museum was founded as a joint project between Kyoto city and Kyoto Seika University (a university noted for its faculties of manga and anime). The building housing the museum is the former Tatsuike Elementary School. Today, the museum is also recognized as a comprehensive cultural facility that holds many important historical, as well as contemporary, manga-related materials including Meiji-period(1868-1912) magazines, the postwar rental comics, and the original illustrations. The museum offers a variety of entertainment to both children and young adults, such as the "Children's Library"(0:58-) that contains plenty of illustrated books for children, the "Walls of Manga" which have a total length extending 140 meters (1:10-), the "International Manga Expo" dedicated to international manga, periodic performances of kamishibai (paper plays) (1:19-), and a portrait corner. Some facilities try to limit overcrowding on Saturdays, Sundays or national holidays by limiting the number of participants. The world-class manga collection includes the classics or the growing section of international manga. Highlights of the Kyoto International Manga Museum Source :YouTube screenshot Not just offering the opportunity to enjoy manga, the Kyoto International Manga Museum also has facilities that allow you to conduct research on the topic as well. The research reference room, for example, allows you to access to the digital archives. Hands-on workshops give participants a real manga-making experience. These facilities and workshops are to help contribute to cultivating future manga artists and animators. Visitors are greeted by a figure from one of Tezuka Osamu's masterpieces, "Hi no Tori" (Phoenix), suspended on the atrium as they walk in. Drawn on the wall of the in-house cafe are the autographs and illustrations by many famous manga artists. These exclusive attractions ensure an instagrammable picture. The museum provides various facilities such as a museum shop that stocks a huge lineup of the museum's original goods, including its mascot character "Manyu". Visitors can enjoy a picnic in the museums courtyard as well. Summary of the Kyoto International Manga Museum Introduction Source :YouTube screenshot This article introduced the Kyoto International Manga Museum, a must-go place for all manga fans or youngsters who are aiming to be illustrators/manga artists themselves. The museum has held many collab events with popular manga. In December 2019, a pop-up store teamed up with "The Seven Deadly Sins" opened there. The Kyoto International Manga Museum offers you quite unique manga-related experiences. It is made to entertain everyone. You can simply enjoy reading manga, or track back the history of the art form. If you're planning on visiting Kyoto It's a great opportunity to visit the Kyoto International Manga Museum. ◆Kyoto International Manga Museum|General Information◆ 【Address】〒604-0846 Kyoto International Manga Museum Karasuma-Oike, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto Japan (Address to put in your car's navigation system) 604-0846 Kinbuki cho 452, Nakagyo-ku, Kyoto city 【Entrance Fee】Adults - 800 yen, High school and junior high school student - 300 yen, Children - 100 yen(Group discounts are available) 【Hours】10:00-18:00 【Holidays】Tuesdays 【Parking】None 【Telephone No】+81-75-254-7414 【Official Website】Kyoto International Manga Museum https://www.kyotomm.jp/en/ -
Video article 5:38
Princess Kako of Akishino Wearing Her Beautiful Tiara! Check Out the 20th Birthday Celebration of the Japanese Princess in 2014!
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Princess Kako of Akishino's 20th Birthday "Princess Kako of Akishino Wearing a Tiara...20th Birthday" (佳子さま “ティアラ姿”で・・・ 20歳の誕生日)" is a news report on the 20th birthday of Princess Kako of Akishino, the second daughter of the Crown Prince and Princess Akishino. In 2014, on Princess Kako's 20th birthday, she received a Grand Cordon of the Order of the Precious Crown (宝冠大綬章, houkandaijushou) from the then emperor Akihito, at the Imperial Palace (皇居宮殿, koukyoukyuuden). More About Princess Kako of Akishino's Birthday Celebration Source :YouTube screenshot From 0:16 in the video, you can see the princess make an entrance wearing a beautiful platinum-diamond tiara. This gorgeous tiara is a unique item from Mikimoto Pearl Island. The five items of jewelry worn by the princess, including the tiara, earrings, necklace, bracelet and brooch, altogether cost 27,930,000 yen (approximately $250,000 USD). Princess Kako's Past and Special Skills Source :YouTube screenshot Princess Kako is the second daughter of Prince Fumihito and Princess Kiko and her personal emblem is the Hibiscus tiliaceus. Her older sister is Princess Mako and her younger brother is Prince Hisahito. She was born on December 29th, 1994. Princess Kako is proficient in English and in 2014, at 20 years of age, left Gakushuin University (学習院大学, gakushuuindaigaku) and entered ICU (the International Christian University) (国際基督教大学, kokusaikurisutokyoudaigaku), graduating in 2019. She has received awards for figure skating competitions in the past. When she was a junior high school student, she also performed a dance at the school festival. Princess Kako of Akishino's First Press Conference Source :YouTube screenshot In this video you can see Princess Kako on her birthday wearing her tiara, being greeted by the emperor and empress of Japan. From 1:39 you can see the press conference that was held to mark her birthday and coming of age. Princess Kako looked a little nervous facing her first press conference since becoming 20 years old, however she is now perfectly capable of talking about her aspirations and ideas in public. Summary of Princess Kako of Akishino's 20th Birthday Since her 20th birthday in 2014, Princess Kako has attended several events at the palace such as New Year's celebrations and banquets. More recently, at the enthronement of the new emperor, she made news wearing a beautiful 12-layered ceremonial kimono called "Juunihitoe". The future efforts of the beautiful princess, who turned 25 years old in 2019, are guaranteed to continue to attract lots of attention. -
Video article 8:52
A Close Look at Mori Hikari's Life in Paris! The Daily Routine and Favorite Places of the Cute Japanese Model!
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Japanese Model, Mori Hikari This video was created by the fashion magazine "VOGUE JAPAN." It's titled "Fashion week in Paris, with Mori Hikari|Hotel Routine|My Routine|VOGUE JAPAN." In this video, we'll go over Mori Hikari's routine and her unadorned face when she arrives in Paris to participate in Men's Fashion Week. Mori Hikari is a talented model and the younger sister of Mori Izumi. She is active outside of Japan and her grandmother is the world-renown fashion designer, Hanae Mori. She is the youngest of five siblings. Mori Hikari, has a carefree smile and a short hairstyle, is 175 cm tall and has excellent style. After working as a reader model for the fashion magazine Hanachu, she appeared in commercials for various magazines and Shiseido, and also appears on TV as a celebrity, which allows her to go beyond the modeling world. Also known as a celebrity, in 2011 she attended Debutante Bar, a gathering of young upper-class daughters full of talent and potential. In this article, we'll go over how Mori Hikari spends time at her favorite hotel in Paris. Mori Hikari's Stay in Paris Source :YouTube screenshot The video starts with Mori Hikari entering the hotel. The first thing she does in the room, as you can see at 0:31 in the video, is take out her clothes from her suitcase and hang it in the closet. Mori says in the video that, during fashion week, she brings lots of clothes, shoes, accessories, etc. because she doesn't want to wear the same outfits. Source :YouTube screenshot Next, she arranges her makeup kits neatly in the bathroom. Then it's time for a relaxing soak in the bathtub. After taking a bath, she puts on the bathrobe prepared by the hotel, with her name sewn on it, changes into her pajamas, and goes to bed. You can see Mori Hikari's bathroom routine at 1:40 in the video. The next morning, she wakes up refreshed and looking cute! After checking her Instagram and e-mail, she reads for a bit and then gets dressed. You can see this part of her routine at 3:06 in the video. Mori Hikari's Favorite Spot in Paris Source :YouTube screenshot One of Mori Hikari's favorite places to go during her stay in Paris is a Parisian restaurant where she gets breakfast. She always orders organic coconut and dragon fruit, and says that it feels good to eat healthy and she can try different foods while she travels. Her next favorite spot is a bookstore. Here, she buys photo books that are hard to find in Japan and cookbooks that she's interested in. Even Her Private Clothes Are Stylish! Source :YouTube screenshot During Fashion Week in Paris, Mori Hikari says that she tries out new outfits that she wouldn't normally be able to wear in Japan and tries to coordinate her outfits in a playful way. In the video, she wears bright blue pants that coordinate with her outfit. Summary of Japanese Model, Mori Hikari The video "Fashion week in Paris, with Mori Hikari|Hotel Routine|My Routine|VOGUE JAPAN," is full of Mori Hikari’s smiling face. If you're interested in Mori Hikari and her warm aura, be sure to check out the video! 【Official Website】Mori Hikari | Image Models http://www.image-tokyo.co.jp/models/hikari-mori/ -
Video article 1:29
A Real-World Escape Game! You Better Use All Five Senses If You Want to Solve This Mystery!
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A Real-World Escape Game This video titled ““Real Escape Game” PV(『リアル脱出ゲーム』PV)”, created by “SCRAP”, is a promotion video of a real escape game service, which is an experience-based event. A lot of people are getting excited, because a real-world experience-based event like this has never existed before. You have to escape by using your brain to solve puzzles and it is recommended for people who are looking for something new. We'll talk a little about the appeal of a real-world escape game in this article. What Is a Real-World Escape Game? Source :YouTube screenshot The real-world escape game is an experience-based event service, registered as a trademark of SCARP. The participants have to analyze hints, think outside the box, and even use strength in order to solve the puzzles and escape, and it can be done alone or in a large group. The atmosphere of the venue is shown from 0:05 and how it is solved is shown from 0:21 in the video. Real-world escape games are held all over Japan and they all have different characteristics. Different games are introduced in the video, like a submarine escape, an amusement park escape, an undersea prison escape, and more. Mysterious letters, shapes, numbers, tools and messages are everywhere in the venue and you have to decode and analyze them, within the 60 minute time limit. There are some events with an escape rate of 1% and they are difficult to solve, which is why people like to challenge the game and get excited about trying them. Where to Experience a Real-World Escape Game Source :YouTube screenshot There are different kinds of games held in different places in Japan, such as Osaka, Kyoto, Nagoya, Fukuoka, Yokohama, Sendai, Kanagawa, Shinjuku, Kichijoji, Ikebukuro, Shimokitazawa and Asakusa and they all have different themes. You should go and try your favorite event at least once if you're interested. There are cafes to relax at as well. Collaboration events Source :YouTube screenshot There are also events collaborated with anime, manga, and video games. In 2020, there will be events such as: Cardcaptor Sakura, Jojo’s Bizarre Adventure, Detective Conan and Love Live! Sunshine!! In the past, there was a collaboration with Resident Evil and Mezamashi TV. Check out the homepage for more collaborated events. Real-World Escape Game Overview Source :YouTube screenshot ““Real Escape Game” PV” created by “SCRAP” is a video that introduces the real escape game which is getting popular these days. There are different kinds of real-world escape games that are based on anime and popular video games and they can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. Whether you solve the puzzles or not, it's sure to be a memorable experience! There are practice questions on the official website, so if you're interested we recommend giving it a try! -
Video article 2:45
Screams of Fun Fill the Air at Fuji-Q Highland, a Popular Amusement Park in Fujiyoshida! Enjoy Learning About the Park as It’s Introduced by Some of Japan’s Most Popular Heroes!
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Beautiful Views and Attractions at Fuji-Q Highland The video "Episode 1: A Survey of Beautiful Scenery at Fuji-Q Highland" (エピソード1「富士急ハイランドの絶景を調査せよ」) was created by "Fuji-Q Highland Official" (Fuji-Q Highland Official富士急ハイランド公式). In this video, the popular heroes of Fuji-Q Highland, "Shrill Attraction Squadron Highlander," introduces the attractions where you can enjoy a spectacular view. Fuji Q Highland is at the foot of the mountain and people call it “Fuji-Q.” Fuji-Q Highland is a popular amusement park located at the foot of Mt. Fuji. The park, with a total area of 500,000 square meters, is a popular spot with the world's largest collection of attractions, recognized by the Guinness Book of World Records. At Fuji-Q, you'll find Thomas Land, La Ville de Gaspard et Lisa, an ice skating rink, Fuji-Q Highland Conifer Forest, and more! There are also a wide range of nearby tourist facilities such as the Fuji Five Lakes International Skate Center, hotels and Fujiyama Hot Spring. Check out the video of three of the most spectacular thrill rides, selected from more than 40 different attractions at Fuji-Q Highland! Thrill Rides at Fuji-Q Source :YouTube screenshot The first, recorded in the Guinness Book of World Records, is "Takabisha," with a maximum drop of 121 degrees. It can be seen at 0:32 in the video. As you can see in the video, it makes a quick drop causing passengers to scream with excitement! Just before the drop, you can see a beautiful view of the area around Mt. Fuji. The next attraction, introduced at 1:08 in the video, is Fujiyama, one of the four Guinness Book of World Records-certified, iconic attractions at Fuji-Q Highland. From the top of the attraction, you can see a panoramic view of Fuji-Q Highland and Mount Fuji. "Do-Dodonpa," seen at 2:05 in the video, is the worlds fastest roller coaster in the world, accelerating to 180 km/h in just 1.56 seconds! It also has the largest loop in the world, with a diameter of 39.7 meters, inside of which you can feel the centrifugal force creating a zero-gravity zone, and the light tunnel at the start of the ride allows you to experience a different dimension! All three attractions featured in the video are available with priority scream tickets (Zekkyo Priority Ticket), that allow you to skip the lines, even when the park is busy! "Shrill Attraction Squadron Highlander" Source :YouTube screenshot "Shrill Attraction Squadron Highlander" is the rag-tag group of "heroes" introducing the rides in the video. There are 6 members and they have a bunch of funny interactions throughout the video. Summary of Fuji-Q Highland Photo:Roller coaster Did you enjoy the comedic guide of Fuji-Q by "Shrill Attraction Squadron Highlander"? There are other attractions, including the large roller coaster "Eejanaika," "Tekkotsubanchou - Sky Tower Swinger," the water attraction "Cool Jappaan," "Tentekomai - Sky Roller," "Fuji Airways," "Super Scary Labyrinth of Fear - Haunted Hospital," "Mad Mouse," "Tondemina - Super Pendulum," and more at Fuji-Q Highland! You can also enjoy lunch at Starbucks or other restaurants and cafés inside the park. You can get to Fuji-Q Highland by public transportation, private car, and bus tours such as the night bus which comes with a free pass. Admission is free and tickets are required for each attraction. If you plan on riding more than four roller coasters, we highly recommend buying the free pass. It's possible to get tickets online from the official homepage as well. ◆Information◆ 【Address】5-6-1 Shinnishihara, Fujiyoshida, Yamanashi 403-0017 【Access】Take the Chuo Expressway via Otsuki junction and get off at Kawaguchiko interchange 【Entrance fee】Entrance ticket free. Need another ticket for rides. 【Hours】9:00-17:00 (depends on the seasons) 【Closures】Not fixed 【Parking】Parking area available 【Telephone No】0555-23-2111 【Official Website】Fuji-Q Highland https://www.fujiq.jp/en/ 【Tripadvisor】Fuji-Q Highland https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g681223-d532058-Reviews-Fuji_Q_Highland-Fujiyoshida_Yamanashi_Prefecture_Koshinetsu_Chubu.html -
Video article 5:00
Miwa Komatsu - A Look at the Japanese Artist's Passionate Performances!
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Miwa Komatsu’s Performance at Nihonbashi Mitsukoshi This video, titled "Miwa Komatsu, Live Performance Event in Nihombashi Mitsukoshi Main Store" (「小松美羽_ライブペイントin日本橋三越本店」), introduces the young artist Miwa Komatsu. This live performance event was held at Nihombashi Mitsukoshi from December 5th, 2018 to December 16th, 2018. In this video, we'll introduce the work of the young and talented artist Miwa Komatsu’s, including her Shinju (Shinto creatures) series, and the "Miwa Komatsu exhibition," where more than 100 pieces of her work, including new pieces, were on display. The exhibition had works such as, "The 22 pillars of Shinju," with the theme "Yamato Power to the World" (大和力を世界へ, Yamatoryoku wo sekai e), her wolf series, which are a vivid reminder of life and death, as well as the "10 3-dimensional Komainu" (Guardian dogs). At 3:52 in the video, you can see some of her works displayed at the exhibition. About the Aspiring Artist Miwa Komatsu Source :YouTube screenshot Miwa Komatsu, featured in the video, is a Japanese woodblock and contemporary artist. Born in 1984 in Nagano Prefecture, she entered Joshibi College of Art and Design in 2003 and began making copperplate prints. In 2005, she became famous for her work "49 Days" (四十九日, sijuukunichi), and in 2010, she published a book of original poetry and drawings, titled "Encounters are Everything in Life" (出会いこそ人生のすべて). In 2012, she held her first solo exhibition "Furusato Sakajo wo Egaku -Kaminezumi to Karanekosama-" at the Tetsu Museum in her hometown Nagano. She dedicated her work "Shin-Fudoki" (新・風土木) to Izumo Taisha Shrine. She also collaborated with horticultural designer Kazuyuki Ishihara to exhibit Arita-ware komainu at the Chelsea Flower Show, the world's largest gardening event organized by the Royal Horticultural Society. The work entered into the permanent collection at the British Museum. In 2017, Komatsu held a Solo Exhibition at Tokyo Garden Terrace Kioi Conference (Tokyo, Japan), which drew 30,000 visitors. In 2018, at the age of 33, she held a retrospective exhibition in Karuizawa New Art Museum. In 2019, she held her solo exhibition "Prayer" at Whitestone Gallery in Taipei (Taiwan), she also held a collaboration exhibition with the world-class artist Yayoi Kusama the same year. The Style of Miwa Komatsu Source :YouTube screenshot As you can tell from her paintings, such as "All May Become Dragons" (だれしも龍となる), "Earth Birthing Qilin" (麒麟を産む木), or "Shishi Alpha Final Form" (阿獅子 最終形態), many of Komatsu's works are designed under the theme of mythical creatures. Her way of painting is unique as she prays both before and after drawing. This is a way of expressing her hope that the "paintings will become a place of prayer for many people." You can see her praying at 0:14 in the video. In the live painting performance, she put paints directly onto her drawing brush, her fingers and palms, and then she paints with a delicate yet bold touch. The audience hold their breaths and watch as she paints up and down. Check out the video around 0:28 to see Komatsu’s live performance. Miwa Komatsu on the TV Show "Jonetsu Tairiku" Source :YouTube screenshot Komatsu appeared on the popular TV show "Jounestu Tairiku" presented by MBS/TBS in November of 2015. She drew global attention being an exceptionally young artist to have her worked inducted at the British Museum. Even so, she unconfidently smiled and said "I'm not good enough to compete at a worldwide level," showing her aspirations to aim further. In addition, she exhibited her work at Christie's, the world's longest-running art auction house, showing the gap between the world's top aesthetic collectors and the timid Komatsu, who watched with bated breath as she waited to see if her work would be evaluated by them. Miwa Komatsu’s Passionate Performance Source :YouTube screenshot What did you think of Miwa Komatsu, the young up-and-coming artist? If you're interested in checking out her work, be sure to take a look at her website and follow her on Instagram. You can also check the latest information about her exhibitions and live events. You'll be captivated by her passionate performances. 【Official Website】Miwa Komatsu Official site https://miwa-komatsu.jp/en/ -
Video article 3:25
The 2.5D Musical "Touken Ranbu," Popular Among Women, Is Headed to the World Stage! Backstage at the Touken Ranbu Performance in Paris!
Modern Culture Entertainment & Music- 155 plays
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About the DVD and Blu-Ray of the Musical "Touken Ranbu" This is a promotional video published by "PRIME CAST." The title of this video is "Shibuya no Oto Presents the Musical 'Touken Ranbu' - From 2.5D to the World <Special Edition> Blu-ray & DVD Launch Announcement Video" (シブヤノオト Presents ミュージカル『刀剣乱舞』 -2.5次元から世界へ- <特別編集版> Blu-ray&DVD 発売告知動画). This DVD/Blu-ray was released in June, 2019. This DVD/Blu-ray closely covered "Touken Ranbu - Atsukashiyama 2018" in Paris, France. It also contains unreleased footage of Touken Ranbu performed at the music show "Shibuya no Oto." In addition, bonus videos, including stage footage from the performances "MUSIC JAPAN" and "Shibuya no Oto," which can be seen at 1:36 in the video, the special medley performance at "SONGS OF TOKYO" (2:16), and the live performance in 2018 at the Japanese traditional New Year’s eve music show "Kohaku Uta Gassen (2:45) are also contained in this DVD/Blu-ray. This article will introduce the musical "Touken Ranbu" alongside the video. Check out the video to get a feel for the 2.5-dimensional world of Touken Ranbu. About the Musical, Touken Ranbu Source :YouTube screenshot Toukenranbu is a very popular online game released in 2016 as a smartphone app from DMM Games. It's a sword training simulation game in which players collect "sword boys" by anthropomorphizing famous Japanese swords to fight their enemies in historical battles. Due to the popularity of the game, famous Japanese swords have attracted attention and have been exhibited in museums, shown at musicals, used in theatre, appeared in animations and movies, have had events made about them and have even had products made available for sale. The 2.5-dimensional work refers to the space between the two-dimensional game and the three-dimensional real world. The musical "Touken Ranbu" is a 2.5-dimensional musical action play in which actors recreate the world of the game on stage. Touken Ranbu -From 2.5D to the World <Special Edition> Source :YouTube screenshot The musical "Touken Ranbu" is still being performed and has many different programs. This DVD/Blu-ray contains a program called “Atsukushiyama 2018,” a story about sword men preventing historical revisionists from altering the history of Yoshitsune Minamoto and Musashibo Benkei. This DVD/Blu-ray closely covered the backstage at this musical performed in Paris, France. Other programs include “Bakumatsu Tenroden” and “Three Hundred Years of Lullaby,” while "Bakumatsu Tenrouden 2020" (幕末天狼傳2020) and "Sword Dance: Paradise of the Sea of Tranquility" (刀剣乱舞 ~静かの海のパライソ~) are scheduled to be performed in 2020. The musical will be divided into two parts: the first part is a musical and the second part is a live performance where the audience can enthusiastically support their favorite characters. The main cast of “Atsukashiyama 2018” is led by Mario Kuroba, Ryo Kitazono, Tsubasa Sakiyama all of whom have appeared in the musical Prince of Tennis. A behind-the-scenes look at the performance, including Ryo Kitazono's voice only appearance due to a doctor's stop just before the Paris show (0:45) are included in the DVD/Blu-ray. Summary of Touken Ranbu - From 2.5D to the World <Special Edition> Source :YouTube screenshot The Musical “Touken Ranbu” will be performed again in fall, 2020. Please check the official website for ticket information. The CD album “Token Danshi team Sanjo with Kiyomitsu Kashu” is also on sale and has become very popular, especially among women. If you're interested in the musical, be sure to watch the announcement video, which shows the charm of the musical Touken Ranbu! 【Official Website】Musical “Touken Ranbu” https://musical-toukenranbu.jp/ -
Video article 6:03
Daigo Yamashita - Learn About Japanese Rockabilly Culture
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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/ -
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The Traditional Japanese Art “Kamikiri”: Prepare to Be Blown Away by the Amazing Skill of Shoraku Hayashiya and Niraku Hayashiya, Two Kamikiri Masters!
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Kamikiri: The Art and its Origins This video is titled "Kamikiri (Yose)" (紙切り(寄席)), and it was created by “bunkachannel”. Rakugo is a traditional Japanese culture. Yose refers to the theater where rakugo takes place. But did you know that besides rakugo, there’s another performance called “kamikiri,” introduced in this video, that is conducted in a yose? “Kamikiri” is an impromptu performance where the performer cuts out paper according to the theme provided by the audience. Its roots are in the Edo period (1603-1868), where it was performed as entertainment for banquets, and it was established as a performing art in the Meiji period (1868-1912). It truly is a piece of art, made with just a single pair of scissors. It is a traditional performing art that is popular among foreigners as well. Watch a 3-minute video of this historic Japanese traditional performing art that is not only beautiful but also funny. Masters of Kamikiri: Shoraku Hayashiya and Niraku Hayashiya Source :YouTube screenshot The two performers in this video are Shoraku Hayashiya and Niraku Hayashiya, both famous for their skills in kamikiri. Shoraku is a kamikiri master, and he performs on television programs as well as at theaters in Asakusa (浅草, Asakusa) and Ueno (上野, Ueno). He performs not just in yose, but in theaters in and out of Japan. At 1:09 in the video, you can see a kamikiri of a man and women sharing an umbrella, a type of kamikiri Shoraku is particularly skilled at. Be sure to check it out! His apprentice, Mr. Niraku, has also inherited his master’s skills and traditions, and has gained popularity through his storytelling-based kamikiri. There’s no need for complicated language when it comes to kamikiri. It’s a performance that can be enjoyed by anyone who understands shapes, so beginners who have trouble understanding the more complicated rakugo, or non-Japanese people can also enjoy kamikiri! Kamikiri: It’s Harder Than It Looks! Source :YouTube screenshot One of the main characteristics of paper cutting is that there are no mistakes. The rakugo performer sits on the “koza” (the stage of the yose) and collects requests from the audience. You only have one shot—no drafts or second chances! At 1:32 in the video, he receives a request for a “Wind Chime Shop” from an audience member. He cuts the paper in an instant, following the beat of the hayashi music. Just cutting it while sitting stiffly isn't interesting. Therefore, the performer uses small talk and story telling to captivate the audience. The resulting forms are scenes from traditional Japanese kabuki plays, animals, anime characters and more. Each kamikiri is also crafted differently. The finished art is passed out as a souvenir, as you can see in 2:25, so try to reserve a first-row seat if you’re watching in a yose! In order to perform kamikiri, you must have the skill of a craftsman: the skill to cut the paper while imagining various finished versions of the art in your mind. Summary of Kamikiri Photo:Kamikiri The only tools you need to perform the traditional Japanese performing art “kamikiri” are one pair of scissors and one piece of paper. Because it is so easy to begin, there are lessons that teach how to do kamikiri, changing rakugo and kamikiri into something that is more familiar to us. However, the two members of the Hayashi family have a unique sense of humor that is not easy to imitate. Experience the awesome performances of these professionals in this video. -
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Learn the True Terror of an Earthquake by Actually Experiencing One! Introducing a Disaster-Prevention Learning Facility in the Kansai Region, Where You Can Learn to Be Prepared for When an Earthquake Strikes!
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A Disaster-Prevention Learning Facility in Japan's Kansai Region This video is titled "Evolving Disaster Prevention Learning Facility" (進化する防災学習施設), created by "SankaiNews." It introduces three disaster prevention learning facilities in the Kansai region. The three facilities introduced are The Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake Memorial Disaster Reduction and Human Renovation Institution" in Chuo Ward (中央区, Chuo-ku),Kobe City (神戸市, Kobe-shi), "Kyoto City Disaster Prevention Center" in Minami Ward (南区, Minami-ku), Kyoto City (京都市, Kyoto-shi) and "Abeno Tasukaru (Abeno Disaster Prevention Learning Center)" in Abeno Ward(阿倍野区,Abenoku), Osaka City (大阪市, Osaka-shi). One of the main features of these Disaster Prevention Learning Centers is that you can experience a simulation of earthquakes or tsunamis. You can learn the terror of earthquakes and how to react when one happens, through this realistic experience. Be sure to check out what these experience look like in the video. The Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake Memorial Disaster Reduction and Human Renovation Institution Source :YouTube screenshot "The Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake Memorial Disaster Reduction and Human Renovation Institution" in Chuo Ward, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture(兵庫県,Hyogo-ken) is introduced at the beginning of the video. This facility was made for people to learn, and experience disasters, and to raise awareness about disaster prevention and mitigation in response to the Great Awaji-Hanshin Earthquake. The "Tsunami Evacuation Experience Corner," shown at the beginning of the video, was built in 2017. You can experience the difficulty of walking during a tsunami by wearing walking equipment that puts weight on your feet, surrounded by a live-action film of Takase Town (高瀬町, Takase-cho), in Japan's Shikoku region (四国地方, Shikoku-chiho), which is expected to be hit with floods and tsunamis when the Nankai Trough Earthquake hits, as well as 3D-footage of a tsunami. Experiencing how difficult it can be to walk through the water pressure of a rushing tsunami can help you understand the need to evacuate as soon as possible. Through videos and storytellers, the experiences and lessons of the Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake are being passed on to the next generation. Kyoto City Disaster Prevention Center Source :YouTube screenshot Up next is the Kyoto City Disaster Prevention Center The earthquake experience room is introduced at 1:25 in the video. The video shows an emergency earthquake warning, and the monitor shows the expected seismic intensity, allowing you to experience the 6.8-magnitude Niigata Chuetsu Earthquake and the 7.3-magnitude Hanshin-Awaji earthquake. It’s a practical and useful experience, where you can experience taking cover under a desk, and learn the actions you need to take when evacuating your home. This video shows parents and children experiencing an earthquake. In this way, children can also learn what to do in the event of a disaster. There is also a video experience corner, a strong wind experience corner, an evacuation experience corner, a firefighting corner, an urban flood experience corner, a general training corner, and a safe living corner. Abeno Tasukaru (Abeno Disaster Prevention Learning Center) Source :YouTube screenshot The last facility we'll touch on is the Abeno Tasukaru (Abeno Disaster Prevention Learning Center), which was renovated in April 2019. "City of Debris," where you can experience the dangers of walking in a post-earthquake city, is shown through buildings wrecked by earthquakes and projection mapping. As you can see in the video, an extremely realistic town is reproduced. By experiencing windows shattering and signs falling, you can know what to watch out for when evacuating. There's also the "Osaka Disaster Prevention Information Station" where you can learn about the potential dangers of disasters all over Osaka City. There's also Tasukaru Theater, and you can learn about disaster mitigation, firefighting, smoke, tsunami evacuation, evacuation support, rescue, preparedness, first aid, experience a seismic intensity 7 earthquake, and more. Summary of Disaster Prevention Centers in the Kansai Region Source :YouTube screenshot Japan was hit by the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011 and the Kumamoto Earthquake in 2016, and the affected areas are still recovering. As you can see in the video, disaster prevention learning facilities that allow people to learn to prepare for future earthquakes, while preserving the memory of past earthquakes, have become more realistic in recent years. When the time comes, you are most likely to panic and not know how to act. When it comes to an emergency, it is possible to panic and not know what to do. By simulating these facilities, you are more likely to be able to act calmly. We encourage you to visit the facility to see what they are like and to think about sharing the dangers of, and preparing for the dangers of future disasters. ◆The Great Hanshin-Awaji Earthquake Memorial Disaster Reduction and Human Renovation Institution・Facility Information◆ 【Address】1 Chome-5-2 Wakinohamakaigandori, Chuo Ward, Kobe, Hyogo 651-0073 【Access】A 10 minute walk from Hanshin Electric Railway's Iwaya Station and Kasuganomichi Station. 【Hours】Adults: 600 yen, University Students: 450 yen, High School Students and under: Free (※As of January 2020) 【Hours】9:30〜17:30 【Closures】Mondays (When Monday is a holiday, the next weekday is closed) 【Parking】Available. There is a toll of 250 yen per hour. 【Telephone】078-262-5050 ◆Kyoto City Disaster Prevention Center・Facility Information◆ 【Address】7 Nishikujo Sugatacho, Minami Ward, Kyoto, 601-8445 【Access】An 8 minute walk from Kintetsu Jujo Station 【Admission fee】Free 【Hours】9:00~17:00 【Closures】Mondays (When Monday is a holiday, the next weekday is closed) 【Parking】Available 【Telephone】075-662-1849 ◆Abeno Tasukaru (Abeno Disaster Prevention Learning Center)・Facility Information◆ 【Address】3 Chome-13-23 Abenosuji, Abeno Ward, Osaka, 545-0052 【Access】A 3 minute walk from Abeno Station on the Osaka Metro Tanimachi Line 【Admission fee】Free 【Hours】10:00~18:00 【Closures】Wednesdays・Last Thursday of the month 【Parking】Available. 18 spots are provided for free. 【Telephone】06-6643-1031 【Official Website】Future of People and Disaster Prevention Center http://www.dri.ne.jp/en -
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The "Kawaii" Tour in Harajuku, Led by a Lolita Tour Guide! Check Out the Cute Tour Guide Popular Among Foreign Travelers in Tokyo!
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Experience "Kawaii" Culture in Harajuku! "Kawaii" everywhere! Lolita Tour Guide, Harajuku Tour (06/18/26)" (「カワイイ」連発!ロリータガイドと巡る原宿ツアー(18/06/26)」), is a video released by "AnnnewsCH," of a Lolita fashion guide taking foreign tourists on a tour of popular spots in Harajuku, such as grocery stores and cafes. Now that Kawaii (cute) culture is gaining popularity throughout the world, more and more foreigners are coming to Japan to experience the Japanese subculture, instead of touring Japan's high packed tourist attractions. This article introduces Japan's kawaii culture with a focus on Harajuku tours led by Lolita fashionistas. A Look at "Kawaii" Lolitas Photo:Lolita fashion girl A growing number of foreigners visit Japan to take a tour of Takeshita Street, the holy land of lolitas. At present, there are tours that are soaring in popularity among foreign visitors to Japan. That tour, is the lolita-fashion Harajuku tour! Lolita guides will take you through trendy boutiques and cafes dealing with cute fashion, and you can enjoy a tour packed with "kawaii." The tour can be viewed at 0:12 in the video. Lolita fashion refers to cute fashion, such as dolls, clothes with lots of laces and frills, and hairstyles with large ribbons. Street fashion, a look sported by many young women in Japan, is said to have been born in Harajuku. The lolita girl played by Kyoko Fukada, from the movie "Kamikaze Girls" released in 2004, triggered a sudden rise in popularity. The Kawaii Harajuku Tour! Source :YouTube screenshot The Harajuku tour, which allows you to experience kawaii, is a tour that takes you to Takeshita Street, Omotesando, Urahara, Cat Street, Meiji Street, and other kawaii shopping spots where you can discover new forms of kawaii in every corner. Takeshita Street is a shopping street in Jingumae, Shibuya, and is a pedestrian mall for young people.. It's a very exciting spot, filled with couples on dates and students on school trips. This tour will take you to a number of shopping and lunch spots, including boutiques selling Lolita fashion, Instagrammable cafes, and shops offering crepes and other sweets. You can see the kawaii Harajuku tour throughout the video, including shopping at the cute little shop on a back street (1:55), having a quick bite to eat at the cute little cafe (2:17), and experiencing a kawaii show like at 2:26. You can see kawaii everywhere along the Harajuku tour! Japan's Unique "Kawaii" Culture Source :Harajuku Kawaii Tour Kawaii is a Japanese word that expresses loveliness and charm. It is similar to "Cute" when translated into English, but the nuance of "Cute" is slightly different from that of "Kawaii" in Japan as it has a childish feel to it. Since there is no other word that fits the word "Kawaii" exactly, the Japanese word "Kawaii" has come to be used abroad as is. The success of Kyary Pamyu Pamyu was also a catalyst for the popularity of kawaii culture around the world. Recently, BABYMETAL, a band that plays metal music in kawaii fashion, has also become popular overseas, and the number of people from abroad who like kawaii culture may continue to increase in the future. Summary of "Kawaii" Culture Source :YouTube screenshot This article introduced the Harajuku Kawaii Tour along with the video "Kawaii" everywhere! Lolita Tour Guide, Harajuku Tour (06/18/26)," by "AnnnewsCH." In the video, you'll see how to enjoy Japan's unique culture by visiting various spots where you can experience "kawaii"! Enjoy a tour that adds a new element of discovery to the traditional experience of Japan! 【Official Website】Takeshita Street official map -Harajuku latest information- https://www.takeshita-street.com/ 【Official Website】Harajuku Kawaii Tour https://www.harajuku-kawaii-tour.com/ -
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Bringing the Samurai Back to Life in Modern Times! A Look at the Commitment of the Artisans Who Protect Japan's Historical and Traditional Crafts and the Problems They Face
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日本にわずか数名!武士が大切にした甲冑を守る現代の職人・甲冑師の紹介動画 こちらは「ANA Global Channel」が公開した甲冑師・三浦公法さんへのインタビュー動画「Japanese armor maker/Interview - IS JAPAN COOL? CRAFTSMANSHIP(甲冑師)」です。 現代に受け継がれる芸術品としての甲冑の歴史 かつて武士が合戦で身につけた甲冑。現代では工芸品としての性格が高く、日本刀と並んで国内外のコレクターから人気を集めています。 武士が作り上げてきた甲冑という伝統文化と歴史を受け継ぐのは、今では数名の甲冑師のみとなりました。 甲冑師の仕事とは 現代の甲冑師は歴史的な鎧や兜を修理・製作したり、鎧細工を施したりすることが主な仕事となっています。 そんな匠の技を継承する甲冑師のひとり、三浦公法さんは無形文化財としても認定された職人です。 国宝の復元や、江戸時代に徳川家康から英国ジェームズ一世に贈られた甲冑の修理復元を行うなど、歴史的価値のある作品を手掛けてきました。 新作の甲冑を作る場合、平安時代や鎌倉時代に作られた甲冑をもとに製作します。 すべて手作業なので、納品までに非常に時間がかかり、早くても3年、長くて5年の年月が必要だといわれています。 しかも甲冑に設計図はありません。 鎧細工に使う素材は自ら探し、加工を行うため、匠の技が試させられるのです。 甲冑師は歴史上、戦国時代には「具足師(ぐそくし)」と呼ばれていました。 平安時代には、武士の成立を背景として大鎧が主たる甲冑でありましたが、戦国時代になると、鉄砲の登場を背景に機動性に優れた甲冑である「当世具足(とうせいぐそく)」が誕生しました。 一方で、戦国武将は甲冑に個性あふれるデザインを施し、その奇抜さや迫力を戦場で競い合ったのです。 甲冑師と後継者問題 伝統工芸品の世界で問題になるのが後継者問題。 職人の世界といえば所作の指導や厳しい修行があるため長続きしない人も少なくありません。 しかし中には、日本文化に興味をもって海外から弟子入りする人も増えています。 甲冑師・三浦さんの弟子アンドリューさんもアメリカからやってきました。 端午の節句・五月人形に受け継がれた甲冑の伝統文化 美術品として扱われる甲冑。 現代の私たちが最も身近に見られるのが端午の節句の五月人形です。 その歴史は武士社会の成立にさかのぼります。 端午の節句自体は奈良時代からあったようですが、甲冑を飾る習慣は武士の治世となった江戸時代に端を発します。 武士にとって端午の節句は重要な行事。 この季節に盛りを迎える菖蒲が「尚武(部を重んじる意味)」に繋がることから、邪気を祓い健康を保つと考えられてきました。 このことから男子の健康、ひいては一族の繁栄を願い、武家の家では端午の節句に神社に甲冑を奉納していたのです。 甲冑は武士にとって戦いから身を守る防具という意味だけではなく、病などの災いからも守ってくれるものだったからなのですね。 さて、この五月人形の製作も甲冑師の仕事です。 職人の作風もさまざまですが、五月人形で有名な甲冑師としては、一久、雄山、辰広、龍玉がいます。 有名な流派としては明珍派、春田派があります。 端午の節句には、どんな人形が飾られているか目を向けてみるのもいいですね。 甲冑師の紹介まとめ 戦国時代が好きな人であれば実際に触れたくなるのが甲冑です。 都内には甲冑試着体験を行っているところもあります。 興味のある人は甲冑を身に付けて、当時の武士になりきってみてはいかがでしょうか。 芸術品としての甲冑の価値は高く人気を誇ります。 動画を通じて、甲冑の歴史の奥深さを味わってみてくださいね! -
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Ise Katagami, a Traditional Craft of Suzuka, Mie Prefecture With a History of More Than 1,000 Years, Is Highly Regarded Around the World for Its Use in Yukata and Kimono
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伝統工芸品「伊勢形紙」紹介動画について こちらの動画は「伝統工芸 青山スクエア」が公開した「手技TEWAZA「伊勢形紙」Ise-katagami Paper Stencil/伝統工芸 青山スクエア Japan traditional crafts Aoyama Square」です。 伊勢形紙(いせかたがみ)は、型染めに用いられる型紙です。 古くから伊勢(三重県鈴鹿市)で作られ、現在でも流通している90%以上の伊勢形紙はこの地域で生産されています。 伊勢形紙は1955年に、文化財保護法に基づき工芸技術としての重要無形文化財に指定され、6名の職人が重要無形文化財保持者(人間国宝)として認定されました。 1983年には通産省の伝統的工芸品の指定も受けています。 日本の伝統工芸品である伊勢形紙とは 伊勢形紙は、柿渋で張り合わせて補強した美濃和紙を台紙にし、文様や図柄を彫刻刀で丹念に彫り抜いたものです。 職人が彫刻刀による手彫りで図柄を彫り抜いて作りあげる独特の風合いが魅力です。 千有余年の歴史を誇る伊勢形紙は、古くから友禅や小紋、浴衣など着物の文様の型染めに用いられてきました。 図柄の芸術性が再評価され、現在は着物の染色のみならず生活に密着した日用品などにも使用されるようになっています。 例えば襖・障子などの室内装飾やLED照明にも応用されるなど伊勢形紙の新しい取り組みに注目が集まっています。 さらに団扇、扇子、しおりなどの和小物は連日多くの外国人観光客がお土産品として買い求めています。 日本の伝統工芸品である伊勢形紙の制作工程 繊細で美しい文様で世界的に高く評価されている伊勢形紙ですが、型紙を作るには高度な技法と根気が必要です。 動画でご覧になれる制作工程を簡単に説明すると、まず最初は型地紙づくりです。 美濃和紙を柿渋でベニヤ状に張り合わせ、天日乾燥と室枯らし(燻烟)を繰り返します。 ここまで延べ40日ほどかけて作られます。 出来上がった紙を選別後、2、3カ月~1年間、寸法を安定させるために寝かせます。 出来上がった伊勢形紙は染型紙として用いられ、細かい刃先の彫刻刀で精巧微細な図柄を彫っていきます。 色や素材の使い方しだいで、職人の技法とデザインセンスが光る作品が生まれるのです。 日本の伝統工芸品である伊勢形紙紹介まとめ 残念なことに着物の需要の減少によって伊勢形紙業者は縮小傾向にあり、技術保存会などが用意された型紙に彫っていく1日体験コースや、本格的な伊勢形紙の技術が学べる弟子入りコースなど優れた技術を後世に伝えようと様々な工夫をしています。 その反面、手仕事から生まれる美しい模様の伊勢形紙は日本文化の象徴、また伝統工芸品として外国人旅行客に好まれています。 伊勢形紙はこれからも美術伝統工芸品として高く評価され、人々を魅了し続けることでしょう。 -
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Discover the Charm of the Elaborate and Realistic Hakata Dolls of Fukuoka Prefecture That Have Been Passed Down Through the Ages in Japan! The Beautiful Traditional Crafts Made by These Artisans Make Great Souvenirs!
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日本の伝統工芸品「博多人形」をご紹介! 日本の文化遺産であり伝統工芸品の一つである博多人形について、伝統工芸士の武吉國明さんが出演されている『手技TEWAZA「博多人形」Hakata doll』の動画を元に、時代や文化について紹介をさせていただきます。 博多人形とは? 博多人形とは、日本伝統工芸品の一つで、粘土で作られた人形を指します。 起源は17世紀の初めに黒田長政が福岡城を築いた際、焼き物についての技法を学んだ職人が献上をしたことにはじまります。 文化的価値も高く、17世紀から現代まで日本の歴史と一緒に受け継がれてきた伝統工芸品の一つである博多人形は、まさに日本の文化遺産の一つです。 博多人形の製造工程は【構想→原型→乾燥→型とり→生地づくり→焼成→彩色→面相】となっており、詳しい作業風景は動画で見ることが出来るので、ぜひご覧下さい。 全てが手作業で作られている博多人形 商品として売り出されている博多人形は、その精巧な作りから分かるように、全ての工程が博多人形師の手作業によって行われています。 動画上で「博多人形は美人でなければならなく、美しさや品、そして色気が必要」ということを語られており、その品や色気は、職人達の手作業だからこそ込められる気持ちによって出ているのではないでしょうか。 文化によって姿や形、製法が少し変わってしまうことはあっても、手作業なことだけは変わらないことにこそ、博多人形の伝統工芸品としての良さがあります。 博多人形の種類 日本の伝統工芸品である博多人形には、時代や文化の流れに沿って様々な種類が作られています。 それぞれジャンルに分けられており、以下に紹介をさせていただきます。 ・能もの ・歌舞伎もの ・美人もの ・武者もの ・縁起もの ・童もの ・節句もの(雛人形) ・道釈もの ・玩具(おはじきや箱庭道具) ・千支もの になります。 日本の時代と共に形を変えて受け継がれてきた伝統工芸品、それが博多人形です。 伝統工芸品「博多人形」まとめ 動画を元に、ここまで伝統工芸品である博多人形の歴史や文化について紹介をさせていただきました。 古き良き文化として日本に伝わるお土産としても大人気な博多人形ですが、今では後継者も少なくなっており、もしかしたら近い未来に見られなくなる可能性があります。 伝統工芸を、日本の昔ながらの文化を絶やさない為にも、興味が出たら博多人形作りを体験してみてはいかがでしょうか? -
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Edo Woodblock Printing Was Created by Katsushika Hokusai and Others Who Had a Great Influence on the Art of the World. The Works Created With This Tradition Have Attracted People From All Over the World!
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江戸木版画紹介動画について こちらの動画は「伝統工芸 青山スクエア」が公開した「手技TEWAZA「江戸木版画」EDO MOKUHANGA Woodblock Prints/伝統工芸 青山スクエア Japan traditional crafts Aoyama Square」です。 日本を代表する伝統工芸品の一つがこの動画で紹介されている「江戸木版画」です。 浮世絵は直接布や紙に筆で描かれる事もありますが、有名な作品には木版画が多いのです。 代表的な江戸木版画の作家は葛飾北斎、喜多川歌麿、歌川広重、東洲斎写楽など、いずれも世界の芸術や文化に多大なる影響を与えた偉大な日本のアーティストたちです。 江戸木版画とは 江戸木版画は400年以上の歴史をもつ伝統工芸です。 そしてその名の通り「江戸」で発展した技法です。 江戸時代といえば日本の歴史の中で最も天下泰平が長かった時代と言われています。 平和な世の中で文化や芸術が大きく花開きました。 江戸の町では人気の歌舞伎役者や芝居小屋の役者さんのポスターやブロマイドは飛ぶように売れていたと伝えられています。 そう、このブロマイドやポスターというのが江戸木版画で刷られた浮世絵です。 まだ印刷技術が未発達だった時代に木版画は絵や本を大量生産できる革新的な印刷方法でした。 これは文化的な革命といっても過言ではありません。 このように江戸木版画は江戸時代の重要な産業の一つだったのです。 江戸木版画の歴史 写楽や北斎は当時から絶大な人気のあった絵師ですが、版画浮世絵というのは彼らが一人で作成したわけではありません。 江戸木版画は分業制で、絵師が描いた下絵を元に彫師が木の板に掘り、摺師が一枚の版画絵に仕上げていくのが特徴です。 ともすれば絵師の名前だけが有名になりがちですが、作品の出来を左右するのは彫師と摺師(すりし)の腕だと言われています。 指定された色やパーツごとに彫師が彫刻刀や短刀などの道具で版木を作り、摺師はそれを何度もすり上げてあの繊細な細工が施された芸術作品が生み出されるのです。 江戸木版画紹介まとめ 江戸木版画という文化は日本の伝統工芸の一つですが、現在でもその流れは途切れていません。 こちらの動画で紹介した「高橋工房」さんでは伝統工芸士に指定された絵師、彫師、摺師が後継者の育成を行っています。 また、常設しているギャラリーでは日本が世界に誇る伝統工芸、江戸木版画の魅力をあますところなく体験することができます。 さらに、高橋工房さんでは名所江戸百景や富嶽三十六景など誰もが知るあの名画の復刻版の販売を行っています。 動画にも登場してきた熟練の彫師さんが丹精込めて掘った版木(素材は山桜)を使い、人間国宝の手によって漉かれた和紙へ摺師が魂を込めて刷った最高級の浮世絵名画の数々を、その目と手で実感してみてはいかがでしょうか? -
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Brighten up Your Room With Beautiful Sendai Tansu from Sendai, Miyagi! You'll Be Impressed by the History of This Japanese Craft!
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日本の伝統工芸品である「仙台箪笥」の動画について 「伝統工芸 青山スクウェア」が制作する「手技TEWAZA【仙台箪笥】SENDAI Chests Woodwork」は、繊細で美しいインテリア「仙台箪笥」の歴史や作り方などを紹介している動画です。 日本の職人のモノ作りに対する思いや、繊細な仕事に目を奪われ、感銘を受けるはず。 美しいアンティークで部屋を彩りたいと思っている人には必見の動画です。 この記事では、日本の伝統工芸・文化である仙台箪笥の魅力や作り方などを解説しています。 日本の伝統工芸品である仙台箪笥の歴史 日本の伝統工芸品である仙台箪笥の起源は、江戸時代の末期と言われており、仙台藩の地場産業として成長しました。 仙台箪笥はもともと武士や侍などの権力がある人だけが持つことができた、とてもぜいたくな家具でした。 江戸時代に成長した仙台箪笥の製造技術は、職人たちが代々受け継ぎ、今も日本の職人たちが丁寧に作っています。 ただ、仙台箪笥を作る職人の数は年々少なくなっているのが現状。 国内外で高く評価されている日本の伝統文化を残すためにも後継者探しや育成には力を入れているようです。 こちらの動画では、伝統工芸品の技術を受け継ぐ職人の仙台箪笥に対する思いを聞くことができますよ。 日本の伝統工芸品である仙台箪笥の特徴 日本の伝統工芸・文化である仙台箪笥は、国の伝統工芸品に指定されています。 その美しい佇まいや、重厚感のある外観で海外からも人気がある日本家具です。 仙台箪笥の特徴は、ツヤのある表面から木目が透けて見える木地呂(きじろ)塗りと、豪華な金具が施されているところ。 指物や塗り、金具をすべて手作業で行った仙台箪笥の値段は6桁以上。 それでも美しい見た目や、100年以上使えると言われている丈夫さなどから購入する人がたくさんいるそうです。 日本文化の仙台箪笥を購入して、お部屋のインテリアに取り入れるのはいかがでしょうか? 欅産業オフィシャルサイトにて、仙台箪笥の実物が見られるショールームが紹介されているので、ぜひ見てください! 日本の文化である仙台箪笥の作り方を紹介 日本の伝統文化である仙台箪笥は、大きく分けて3つの工程で出来上がります。 指物(さしもの)→漆塗→金具の3工程です。 まず指物は動画の0:10から紹介されている木の板を指し合わせていく作業のことを言います。 金属の釘は使わず、木釘だけで組み合わせていくのが特徴。 凹凸を使って精巧に組み合わせていくことで仙台箪笥の頑丈な仕上がりが生まれます。 丈夫な仙台箪笥の土台を作るうえで重要な工程です。 次の工程である漆塗は動画の1:06より紹介されています。 漆を何度もけやきに塗り、ツヤを出していきます。 けやきの綺麗な木目が透けて見えるのが特徴です。 金具の作業は動画の1:54より紹介されています。 金属を鏨(たがね)で何度も何度も叩き削っていきます。 とても繊細な作業によって出来上がった金具はとても美しく、仙台箪笥に欠かせない部品です。 日本の文化である「仙台箪笥」の記事のまとめ 美しい伝統工芸・文化である仙台箪笥。 インテリアとして使えばお部屋が和風にがらりと変わり、楽しめるのではないでしょうか? また、会席料理用の仙台箪笥もあり、お祝い事などに使うのもおすすめ。 欅産業オフィシャルサイトにはショールームの紹介、仙台箪笥の手入れの仕方や修理の受付なども行っているので、気になる方はチェックしてみましょう! -
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Kyo Kanoko Shibori Is a Textile Dyeing Technique of Kyoto Used in Court Clothing for Over 1,000 Years! A Look at the Profound Craft That Is Indispensable to Japanese Kimono Culture!
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京鹿の子絞紹介動画について こちらの動画は「伝統工芸 青山スクエア」が公開した「手技TEWAZA「京鹿の子絞」Kyo-kanoko tie-dyeing/伝統工芸 青山スクエア Japan traditional crafts Aoyama Square」です。 日本には様々な文化が存在し、多くの職人が日本の文化や伝統工芸を守るために日々努力しています。 今回は京鹿の子絞にスポットライトを当てた動画を紹介します。 京鹿の子絞とは一体どういう伝統工芸なのか 京鹿の子絞は京都の伝統工芸。 京鹿の子絞は数千年前から存在した技法で宮廷衣装に用いられた絞り染めです。 括り(くくり)の模様が小鹿の斑点に似ている点が京鹿の子絞と呼ばれる理由。 京鹿の子絞は括り、染め分け、染めと呼ばれる工程を何度も繰り返し行いできあがります。 こちらの動画では一体どのようにして京鹿の子絞が完成するのか、作る際の注意点は何かを知ることができます。 京鹿の子絞紹介まとめ 日本の文化や伝統工芸は長年職人の手により守られたものです。 多くの方が伝統工芸に触れ、今の姿があります。 着物に興味のある方は一度京鹿の子絞に触れてみてはいかがでしょうか? -
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Tsugaru-Nuri - A Traditional Lacquerware Produced in the Tsugaru Region of Aomori Prefecture. How's It Made, and What About It Makes Food Taste Better?
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伝統漆器「津軽塗」紹介動画について こちらの動画は「伝統工芸 青山スクエア」が公開した「手技TEWAZA「津軽塗」Tsugaru Lacquerware/伝統工芸 青山スクエア Japan traditional crafts Aoyama Square」です。 青森県には津軽塗と呼ばれる伝統工芸があります。 今回は日本で昔から伝わる伝統工芸のひとつ、津軽塗の魅力を紹介します。 津軽塗って何? 津軽塗は青森県に伝わる伝統工芸のひとつ。 弘前市を中心に多くの工芸品が作られています。 1646年に津軽塗が作られるようになったと言われ、お椀やお箸、茶筒にお盆と種類は豊富。 津軽塗の制作には4つの技法が用いられ、それぞれ模様が異なります。 ・唐塗 ・紋紗塗 ・七々子塗 ・錦塗 津軽塗を購入・体験するには 青森県弘前市にある小林漆器は津軽塗の販売店として知られています。 店内にはさまざまな作品が販売されており、青森県を訪れた際は一度訪れてみると良いかもしれません。 日本の伝統工芸や文化を実際に触れてみたい方におすすめしたいのが津軽塗の体験。 一例に挙げられるのが青森県黒石市にある津軽伝承工芸館。 職人が塗り込んだお箸やストラップなどを研いで完成させる工程を体験できます。 日本の文化に興味のある方や青森県に観光する予定がある方はチェックすることをおすすめします。 津軽塗紹介まとめ 日本に古くから伝わる伝統工芸を紹介させていただきました。 この動画を機に日本の伝統工芸や文化に触れてみたい、日本での観光で青森県を訪れてみたいと感じて頂けたら幸いです。 -
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Traditional Maki-e Lacquerware - Discover the Skills of Master Craftsmen Who Have Cultivated Their Skills Through Years of Hard Work!
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日本の伝統工芸「蒔絵」紹介動画について こちらの動画は「bunkachannel」が公開した「蒔絵―中野孝一のわざ―」です。 日本の伝統工芸で気になるものはあるでしょうか? 皆さんが思っている以上に伝統的な文化が日本各地に根付いており、今も尚語り継がれています。 今回は蒔絵について紹介している動画をご覧ください。 日本文化が好き、蒔絵に興味がある方は一度チェックしていただきたいです。 蒔絵とは? 蒔絵は漆器に文様や絵、文字を描いたら金や銀などの粉を蒔いて固めたものです。 蒔絵と一口に言ってもいくつもの技法が存在しており、日本の文化や蒔絵についてより知りたい方は押さえておきたいところ。 蒔絵の種類として ・研出蒔絵 ・平蒔絵 ・高蒔絵 ・卵殻蒔絵 ・肉合蒔絵 ・スクリーン蒔絵 の6種類が存在します。 また蒔絵は重要無形文化財のひとつに指定されており、日本の伝統工芸や文化を勉強する上で一度は触れてみると良いかもしれません。 蒔絵を体験する 蒔絵を体験させてくれるスポットは日本全国にあります。 (1) 京漆器蒔絵体験工房 蒔絵平野 京漆器蒔絵体験工房 蒔絵平野は京都府にある工房です。 蒔絵体験や教室、陶磁器や漆器の修理依頼を行っています。 蒔絵体験では自分で描き上げたオリジナルの漆器を作ることができます。 大体2~3時間の作業で特に定休日は設けられていません。 (2) 加賀 伝統工芸村 ゆのくにの森 加賀 伝統工芸村 ゆのくにの森は石川県小松市にある観光地。 蒔絵をはじめ、輪島塗や友禅、九谷焼など日本の伝統工芸や文化を楽しめます。 蒔絵紹介まとめ 蒔絵はアクセサリーやボールペンなどさまざまなものに使われている日本の伝統工芸のひとつで今も尚語り継がれている文化。 商品によって使われている蒔絵の技法が違うだけでなく、模様も変わってくるのでいくつかの商品と見比べてみるのも楽しみ方のひとつです。 -
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The video of Ehime Prefecture's Niihama Drum Festival is overwhelming! Why is it called a dangerous fight festival? Introduce the schedule, history, and highlights
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四国三大祭として知られる愛媛の新居浜太鼓祭り紹介 こちらの動画は「ANA Global Channel」が公開した「NIIHAMA TAIKO MATSURI - IS JAPAN COOL? MATSURI - 祭 (新居浜太鼓祭り/愛媛)」です。 愛媛県新居浜市で開催される新居浜太鼓祭りを紹介します。 日本三大喧嘩祭りとして知られる新居浜太鼓祭りとは? 愛媛県新居浜市の新居浜太鼓祭りは、秋の豊作を祝った神事です。 豪華絢爛で迫力のある日本の祭りで、県内外からたくさんの観光客が訪れます。 特徴的なのは、なんといっても巨大な神輿でしょう。 太鼓台と呼ばれる神輿を山車(だし)に積み、総勢150人余りの男性によって担がれます。 山車の長さは12メートルもあり、重さも3トンとかなり重い太鼓台を持ち上げる姿は圧巻の光景。 太鼓台の飾りも絢爛豪華で、金糸で刺繍された飾り幕など美しい神輿です。 2019年には、東京ドームで新居浜太鼓祭りが行われ、注目されました。 日本三大喧嘩祭りとして知られる新居浜太鼓祭りの歴史 愛媛の新居浜太鼓祭りの起源は、はっきりとわかっていません。 地域の伝承によると、太鼓台は秋の豊作を感謝して神さまに奉納しており、その起源は鎌倉時代や平安時代までさかのぼります。 江戸時代後期の文禄年間になると、太鼓台の記録が残っており、当時は太鼓台ではなく神輿太鼓と記載されています。 四国三大祭として知られる愛媛の新居浜太鼓祭りの魅力 愛媛県新居浜市の新居浜太鼓祭りの魅力は、太鼓台ごとに競い合う「かきくらべ」にあります。 重さ3トンもある太鼓台を必死で持ち上げて競う姿は大迫力。 太鼓台を高く担ぎ上げる「さしあげ」や、神輿を地面に降ろさずにどれくらい耐えられるかなどで競い合います。 とても白熱する祭りなので、喧嘩(鉢合わせ)が起こることもあり、それを楽しみに見物にくる観光客もいるそう。 とにかく熱く、男らしさが魅力の愛媛県新居浜市の新居浜太鼓祭りは一見の価値あり。 四国三大祭として知られる愛媛の新居浜太鼓祭り紹介まとめ エネルギッシュでパワーをもらえる日本の新居浜太鼓祭り。 興味をもった方はぜひ動画をご覧ください! -
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Kitano Odori - Enjoy the Magnificent Dance of Maiko in Hanamachi, One of Kyoto's Oldest Areas! Performed in Kimono, This Traditional Japanese Performing Art Is a Must-See!
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日本らしさを味わえる伝統芸能「北野をどり」を楽しもう! 今回は、京都の伝統的な踊りである「北野をどり」を「Discover Kyoto」が公開した「Kyoto Event: Kitano Odori Dance Performance [4K]」という動画をもとに紹介します。 日本の古都、京都の伝統あふれる「北野をどり」を是非ご覧になってください! 日本の伝統芸能「北野をどり」の魅力 「北野をどり」は、日本らしいゆったりとした踊りや音楽を楽しむことができる京都の伝統的な踊りです。 「北野をどり」は、1952年に北野天満宮で千五十年大萬燈祭の記念で初演されました。 演目が第一部の「舞踊劇」、第二部の「純舞踊」、フィナーレの「上七軒夜曲」の3つに分かれており、それぞれで特徴のある演目を楽しめます。 舞踊劇は、舞踊の要素を土台にセリフが入り、ストーリ性が高いわかりやすい舞台となっています。 純舞踊は、芸舞妓の踊りや祝舞など情緒あふれる舞台を見ることができます。 そして上七軒夜曲は、色とりどり着物をきた舞妓さんが全員揃う人気の舞台です。 「北野をどり」の上演会場は京都の上七軒歌舞練場で、毎年3月25日から4月7日にかけて上演されています。 日本の伝統芸能の「北野をどり」で舞妓さんの踊りを楽しむ 日本の伝統芸能である「北野をどり」は、若い舞妓さん、中堅の芸鼓さん、修練を積んだお姐さんといった、さまざまな年代の芸者さんの踊りを鑑賞できるのもポイント。 日本の文化である着物を着た姿も美しく、日本らしさを感じることができるでしょう。 芸者さんが扇子を持っている姿もとても美しいです。 日本の伝統芸能の「北野をどり」で日本の伝統音楽を楽しむ 日本の伝統的な文化である「北野をどり」は、御囃子で日本らしい音楽を楽しむことができます。 御囃子は笛や和太鼓などの和楽器で演奏され、舞妓さんの踊りをより魅力的なものに。 日本の伝統芸能である「北野をどり」紹介まとめ 日本らしい伝統芸能である「北野をどり」。 毎年春に上演されるのでチケットを購入して観覧してみてください。 上演前にお茶席をたのしめるお茶席付きチケットも販売しているので、気になる方は公式ホームページをチェックしましょう! -
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A True Samurai of Our Time! Watch as He Sets a New Guiness World Record!
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ギネス世界記録に挑戦!刀でイグサを切りまくる動画紹介 こちらの動画は「ギネス世界記録 公式チャンネル」が公開した「尋常じゃない動き!武道家の達人が、刀でイグサを切りまくる【ギネス世界記録】」です。 日本伝統の文化は今も尚さまざまな形で根付いています。 武道家としての道を究めた人の持つ技術は神業と呼ばれることもあります。 今回は日本刀でイグサをひたすら斬る動画を紹介します。 ギネス世界記録に挑戦!刀でイグサを切りまくる動画とは 動画で紹介されている日本を代表する居合術家の町井勲(マチイイサオ)が日本刀を用いてひたすら猛スピードでイグサを斬る動画です。 実際の居合術の様子だけでなく、町井勲のインタビューとギネス世界記録を樹立した瞬間が収められています。 世界記録を保持している武道家はどれほどすごいのか知りたい方にうってつけの動画です。 町井勲が達成したギネス世界記録は日本刀を用いた1分間速斬りの最多数。動画内の記録は87太刀です。 町井勲とはどのような人物なのか 町井勲は修心流居合術兵法創始者。 平成のサムライと呼ばれ、6つのギネス世界記録を達成したことでも有名です。 2005年に居合術道場「修心館」を開設しています。 また『最強のすすめ ~日本刀が教えてくれた日本人の生き方~』という著書をはじめ、修心流居合術兵法の初歩に関するDVDを発売するなど日本伝統の居合術を広めるために精力的に活動していることでも有名。 町井勲が樹立したその他の世界記録 町井勲は1分間速斬りの最多数の他に樹立したギネス世界記録は ・据斬 ・3分間速斬り ・最速テニスボール居合斬り ・6ミリBB弾居合斬り ・千本斬り の5つになります。 日本刀1本で世界記録をいくつも達成する神業は想像以上の努力と才能が必要です。 ギネス世界記録に挑戦!刀でイグサを切りまくる動画紹介まとめ 日本伝統の文化の1つである侍や居合術。 今回紹介した動画は世界記録を達成した日本の武道家の凄技が収められています。 この記事を通して日本伝統の文化や歴史などを学びたい、触れてみたいと感じていただけたら幸いです。 -
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Enjoy Kabuki, a Traditional Japanese Art Form, at Kashimo Meijiza, a Performing Arts Theater in Gifu Prefecture! Come Explore the Deep World That Lies Inside the 130-Year-Old Theater!
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The Kashimo Meijiza Performing Arts Theater in Gifu Prefecture This video, produced by "N.a.," is titled "[Beautiful Japan] GIFU The Meijiza Playhouse,Tono." It introduces the Kashimo Meijiza, a performing arts theater in Gifu Prefecture. Gifu Prefecture's Kashimo Meijiza is a historical theater built in 1894. In the old days, Kabuki was performed by local amateur actors, and many theaters were built where these performances took root. This video shows actual Kabuki performances at Kashimo Meijiza. Relax and enjoy the traditional Japanese performing arts! Kabuki - A Traditional Japanese Performing Art Source :YouTube screenshot Kabuki is an ancient form of taishu engeki (大衆演劇). The word "kabuki" (歌舞伎) comes from the word "傾く" (Kabuku), which long ago meant "to perform kabuki." Kabuki began as a dance performance started by Izumo no Okuni in Kyoto, and gradually spread throughout the country. Today, the traditional performing art Kabuki is designated as an Important Intangible Cultural Property of Japan. At one point, people were so absorbed in the plays that the Shogunate issued a ban on them. Other traditional performing arts of Japanese origin include Kyogen and Noh theatre. Kashimo Meijiza, shown in the video, works with the Toza Theater in Shirakawa, Gifu Prefecture, and holds a variety of events to give visitors a casual introduction to the traditional arts, such as exhibitions of amateur kabuki equipment. Famous Kabuki Actors Performing at Kashimo Meijiza! Source :YouTube screenshot Opened in 1894, Kashimo Meijiza was a popular event venue for a variety of performances, including traditional kabuki theater, plays, and dances. Since the mid 1990's, it has hosted performances by famous actors such as Nakamura Kanzaburo and Nakamura Shichinosuke. In the video, you can see how the venue is set up to welcome the audience at 1:06, performers putting on their makeup and wigs before going on stage at 1:22, and an actual performance at 1:45. Summary of Kashimo Meijiza, a Traditional Performing Arts Theater Source :YouTube screenshot You can watch kabuki performances on TV, but watching a kabuki performance from a seat in a kabuki theater is a special experience. If you'd like to see a kabuki performance in person, check out the performance information for Gifu's Kashimo Meijiza and plan a sightseeing trip in the area when one is taking place! The unadulterated spirit that can be found in traditional kabuki and kabuki theaters is truly something to behold. If you'd like to see a kabuki performance in person, check out the performance information for Gifu's Kashimo Meijiza and go sightseeing in the area! ◆Kashimo Meijiza|General Information◆ 【Address】4793-2 Kashimo, Nakatsugawa, Gifu 508-0421 【Access】50 minutes by car from the Nakatsugawa Interchange on the Chuo Expressway, or from JR Nakatsugawa Station, take the Kita-Ena Kotsu Bus and get off at Manga (万賀). 【Parking】Available 【Official Website】Kashimo Meijiza http://meijiza.jp/english.html 【Tripadvisor】Kashimo Meijiza https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1015944-d12194397-Reviews-Kashimo_Meijiza_Theater-Nakatsugawa_Gifu_Prefecture_Tokai_Chubu.html -
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The Hanezu Odori Is a Dance Based on the Love Story of One of the World's Three Most Beautiful Women, Ono No Komachi. Enjoy the Graceful and Beautiful Dance While Learning About Japanese History!
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京都の随心院で開催される「はねず踊り」の動画について 「Discover Kyoto」が公開した「Kyoto Festival: Young Japanese Girls Dancing at Zuishin-in Temple (Hanezu Odori)」では、小野小町の恋物語を題材にした「はねず踊り」を紹介しています。 京都府京都市山科区にある随心院で開催される「はねず踊り」の優雅な舞の映像や、「はねず踊り」の歴史を解説されている、とても興味深い内容となっています。 こちら記事では、京都の随心院で開催される小野小町を題材にした「はねず踊り」の魅力や歴史を動画と共に紹介します。 京都の随心院で開催される「はねず踊り」とは? 京都府京都市山科区の随心院で開催される日本の「はねず踊り」は、小野小町と深草少将との恋物語(百夜通い)を題材にした踊りです。 毎年3月の最終日曜日に開催されています。 三味線や太鼓などの日本の伝統楽器を使ったゆったりした音楽に合わせて、「はねず踊り」を踊ります。 着物の衣装で踊る姿はとても美しく、見るものを魅了します。 ほかにも、今様という平安時代の身分が高い人が踊る舞もありますよ。 日本の「はねず踊り」の題材になっている小野小町には、さまざまな伝説があります。 世界三大美人と言えば、クレオパトラ、楊貴妃、小野小町です。 日本の小野小町は美人で頭が良かったと言われており、深草少将に求愛されていました。 日本の「はねず踊り」の前日には奉納舞が行われます。 随心院の仏様に踊りを奉納する儀式です。 また、随心院では毎年「ミス小野小町コンテスト」が開催され、3人が選ばれます。 選ばれた3人は、「はねず踊り」を始め、随心院のイベントのお手伝いをします。 京都の随心院の見どころは美しい梅園です。 梅の木が約230本植えられており、薄紅色の奇麗な花はとても美しいです。 京都の随心院で開催される「はねず踊り」の情報 京都の随心院で開催される日本の「はねず踊り」は、2018年は約1,800人の方々が訪れました。 「京都市営地下鉄小野駅」から徒歩5分で駐車場も完備されているので、交通アクセスは良好です。 真言宗善通寺派の随心院の本尊は、如意輪観音です。 木造阿弥陀如来坐像や木造金剛薩埵坐像といった日本の重要文化財もご覧になることができます。 また、小野小町のイラストが入った御朱印を貰うことができます。 京都の随心院には「はねず踊り」以外にも、見どころがたくさんあるので気になる方は観光してみてください! 京都の随心院で開催される「はねず踊り」の紹介記事のまとめ 小野小町の恋物語を題材にした京都の「はねず踊り」。 優雅な美しい舞を楽しむのはもちろん、京都の随心院の境内も魅力たっぷりとお楽しみください。