Moshi Moshi Nippon (2014)
In recent years, major projects for promoting the "Cool Japan" concept have been launched, increasing its global recognition. However, further promotion for promising Japanese artists and artisans fusing traditional and modern culture is on call. The program aims to discover and set the stage for powerful but yet to be known people.
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Moshi Moshi Nippon
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Today's keyword is "I" for "Ichimatsu doll". "Ichimatsu doll" is a painted wooden doll that has been around for over 300 years. The doll allows children to change kimono and practice embroidery on it. We feature Meisho Yamazaki, who is the only female Ichimatsu doll specialist in Japan.
Today's keyword is "U" for Ukai. Ukai is a style of fishing, in which fishermen use trained cormorants to catch fish. It’s a Japanese tradition going back over 1,300 years. Today, Ukai has become more form of entertainment performed for tourists as they watch from a traditional sightseeing boat called katabune. In this segment, the first female cormorant fisher Kotomi Inayama introduces you to the world of ukai.
The program will feature on Japan Expo in Paris, and HYPER JAPAN in London to see how kawaii culture is spreading around the world. The MOSHIMOSHI NIPPON Project team also had booths at both events and promoted Japanese pop culture.
Featuring creative works and projects of young artisans inspired by Japanese traditional culture.
In recent years, major projects for promoting the "Cool Japan" concept have been launched, increasing its global recognition. However, further promotion for promising Japanese artists and artisans fusing traditional and modern culture is on call. The program aims to discover and set the stage for powerful but yet to be known people.
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