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Shiori Kutsuna - The Japanese Actress From Deadpool. Check Out an Interview With the Popular Actress on the Red Carpet
Japanese Celebrities Entertainment & Music- 456 plays
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The Deadpool 2 Event Video With Shiori Kutsuna This video, titled "Shiori Kutsuna|Deadpool 2|Red Carpet," was released in 2018 by "maidigitv." It introduces an interview with Japanese actress Shiori Kutsuna, who starred in the film, at a special event for Deadpool 2, which was released in theaters in 2018. Deadpool is a hero film about a different kind of hero from the Marvel Comics. In this video, you can see an interview with Shiori Kutsuna, who appeared in the sequel to Deadpool, as well as a behind-the-scenes look at the movie, which is a must-see for both Shiori Kutsuna and Deadpool fans! This article is about the special event of Deadpool 2 with Shiori Kutsuna. Be sure to followalong with the video! The Deadpool 2 Special Event With Shiori Kutsuna Photo:Roppongi Hills Arena Actress Shiori Kutsuna appeared on the red carpet for the Japan premiere of the super hero film "Deadpool 2," starring Ryan Reynolds. In the interview with Shiori Kutsuna, seen at 0:31 in the video, she talks about the atmosphere during filming and the challenges of the action scenes that were not in the script. The special Deadpool 2 event featured in the video took place at the Roppongi Hills Arena in 2018 and attracted around 500 fans. 70 still video cameras and 40 movie cameras were also in attendance, showing the high level of attention Deadpool 2 has received. You can even see enthusiastic fans dressed as characters from Deadpool 2. What is Deadpool? Deadpool is a popular action movie that depicts the success of the unconventional hero Deadpool. The story is about the popular American comic book character Cable who forms a team called "X-Force" to protect the life of a young boy with a mysterious power. Shiori Kutsuna plays the mysterious assassin Yukio. In Deadpool 2, she had pink hair and performed the intense action scenes in fluent English. Shiori Kutsuna won the audition for Deadpool 2, making it her first film appearance for a major studio that produces Hollywood films. Starting with this work, she made a full-scale entry into Hollywood and has grown into an international actress representing Japan. Who is Shiori Kutsuna? Source :YouTube screenshot Shiori Kutsuna is a third generation Japanese-Australian born in 1992 and is 27 years old (as of 2020). She came to Japan in 2006 to pursue an acting career. In 2007, she made her debut as an actress with "Kinpachi-sensei." After graduating from Horikoshi Senior High School in 2011, she went on to study at a university in Tokyo, but she couldn't balance her acting career with it, and dropped out of school in 2013. By 2017, she was a distinguished Japanese actress with a spectacular career, including being selected for the Up Next Award, which is given to eight next generation stars in Asia, at the 2nd Macau International Film Festival. She has appeared in numerous commercials, popular movies and popular dramas, including "Pocky's" commercials, "Housekeeper Mita," and "Oh! Father." It announced that she left the major entertainment agency Oscar Promotions at the end of 2019. Summary of Shiori Kutsuna Source :YouTube screenshot The video "Shiori Kutsuna|Deadpool 2|Red Carpet," was released in 2018 by "maidigitv." It features an interview with Shiori Kutsuna and a look at the enthusiastic fans at the event. The interview with actress Shiori Kutsuna is full of fascinating details about her. She also has an Instagram page, so be sure to check it out! -
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Become a Ninja in Kabukicho! Shinjuku’s “Ninja Trick House” in Tokyo; Located on the Busiest Shopping District in the East!
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Tokyo's “Ninja Trick House” The video “Ninja Trick House, Shinjuku(手裏剣道場 新宿 忍者からくり屋敷)” was created by “Ninja Trick House in Tokyo”. The Ninja Trick house, where you can throw shuriken and experience becoming a ninja, is located in Kabukicho. You can release stress by listening to the shuriken fly through the air and strike their targets. The facility can be enjoyed by children and adults alike. This article is going to introduce you to Tokyo's Ninja Trick House. What is Tokyo's “Ninja Trick House” Source :YouTube screenshot “Ninja Trick House in Tokyo: Experience the Mystical World of the NINJA” is owned by Legacy Co., Ltd. It is a place where you can experience shuriken throwing and learn ninja sword techniques. You can take your children along or even go as a date. You can enjoy experiences such as touching and drawing replicas of Japanese swords, wooden swords and a ninja swords. It is not something you can experience in many other places. You can check some of that footage out from 0:20 in the video. Searching for trick walls and mechanisms of the ninja house is fun as well. Give it a try if you're curious. Source :YouTube screenshot As you can see from 0:12, the entrance to the Ninja Trick House has red torii gates leading up to its entrance. It feels like you're stepping into another world. During the ninja experience, the first thing they do is show a video that explains ninja. After the video, some ninja enter the room, explain the weapons and tools, and the ninja training begins! You can practice shuriken throwing and swordsmanship at the training range. It is an indoor attraction with a guide, so you can participate without worry. The main attraction, shuriken throwing, is shown from 0:49 in the video. The facility has a Japanese tatami style room that helps make the experience feel authentic! Find out what type of ninja you are, and what school of ninja you belong to as well! Information about Tokyo's Ninja Trick House Photo:Shinjuku Station East Exit at Dusk The Ninja Trick House is about an 8 minute walk from JR Shinjuku station east exit, and a 5 minute walk from Seibu Shinjuku line, Shinjuku Station. As of April, 2020, The admission fee is 1,500 JPY (~$14.00 USD) per person and free for children under 3 years old. The experience itself lasts about 30 to 45 minutes. There is restricted entry when crowded, so we recommend booking ahead of time. The Ninja Trick House has a great reputation, and is very popular among visitors to Japan. The Ninja Trick House also received first prize in TOKYO100; a project by Trip Advisor and the Tokyo Metropolitan Bureau of Transportation. Tokyo's top 100 attractions are shown in the rankings, and there are sites that give coupons as well, so be sure to check it out if you are interested. The world famous "Ninja" Photo:Ninja Ninja existed during the Muromachi period (1336 to 1573) and Edo period (1603 to 1868) in Japan. Their specialty was in intelligence, infiltration tactics, subversion, conspiracy and assassination. Ninja are known all over the world thanks to manga, anime, movies and games. One of the first things that comes to mind for many people when they hear "Japan", is actually ninja. In Japan, you can experience ninja at the VR Ninja Dojo in Kanda, Tokyo, Edo Wonderland Nikko Edomura in Tochigi, the Samurai Museum in Shinjuku and Izakaya Ninja Yashiki in Asakusa. Summary Source :YouTube screenshot The video “Ninja Trick House, Shinjuku”, created by “Ninja Trick House in Tokyo” introduces a facility where you can experience ninja in Shinjuku's Kabukicho. We highly recommend visiting here, as there is no other place where you can experience throwing shuriken and swordsmanship at such a level of authenticity. ◆NINJA TRICK HOUSE: Experience the Mystical World of the NINJA◆ 【Address】 Daiichi Wako Building 4F, 2-28-13 Kabukicho, Shinjuku, Tokyo. 【Access】 8 minute walk from JR Shinjuku east exit. 5 minute walk from Seibu Shinjuku station. 【Entrance fee】1,500 yen. Free for under 3 years old. (April 2020) 【Closures】Every Tuesday and Wednesday 【Parking】None 【Telephone No】 03-6457-3337 【Official Website】Ninja Trick House in Tokyo https://ninja-trick-house.com/en/ 【Tripadvisor】Ninja Trick House In Tokyo Ninja Trick House, Tokyo -
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Captain Tsubasa's Newest Soccer Game! The High-Quality Soccer Game to Be Released in 2020, With Visual Effects True to the Original Anime Series, Is Driving Fans Wild!
Modern Culture- 23 plays
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Introducing Captain Tsubasa's Latest Appearance! "PS4/Nintendo Switch 「Captain Tsubasa RISE OF NEW CHAMPIONS」First Trailer(PS4/Nintendo Switch「キャプテン翼 RISE OF NEW CHAMPIONS」ファーストトレーラー)," made public by ‘876TV,’ is a movie introducing a Captain Tsubasa video game, set to be released in 2020. The visual effects loyal to the original anime series are breathtaking, and the video doesn’t fail in delivering this to the fans. Fans are going after hearing about the Captain Tsubasa's latest addition to the series, after nearly 10 years of waiting! In this article, we’ll go into detail about the action packed soccer game, ‘Captain Tsubasa: RISE OF NEW CHAMPIONS,’ and the original series of Captain Tsubasa. Captain Tsubasa Returns 10 Years Later... Source :YouTube screenshot After nearly 10 years, a new captain Tsubasa soccer game is set to release for PS4 and Nintendo Switch. ‘Captain Tsubasa: RISE OF NEW CHAMPIONS’ is scheduled for an August 2020 release. The developer is Bandai Namco Entertainment. It's an action-soccer game with familiar characters from the anime series, Captain Tsubasa, make amazing plays with incredible speed. The game can be enjoyed by anyone as well, making it something to look forward to! Source :YouTube screenshot Each character in the game is dubbed by voice actors, making it easier to indulge in the world of Captain Tsubasa. It's garnered a lot of attention on popular SNS sites in Japan, such as Niconico and 5ch. The video introduced here is the first trailer, and at the time of this article, the third trailer has already been made public! If you’re interested, don't forget to check it out! You can watch spectacular scenes, just like the ones from the anime series, in the video, such as Hikari Matsuyama’s Eagle Shot at 0:36, and Kojiro Hyuga’s Tiger Shot at 0:42. What Is the Captain Tsubasa Series? Source :YouTube screenshot Captain Tsubasa is a soccer manga series by Yoichi Takahashi that was serialized in Shonen Jump. It's often abbreviated as CapTsubasa. The series tells the story of Tsubasa Ozora, whose creed is "the ball is my friend," and other attractive characters such as Genzo Wakabayashi, Kojiro Hyuga, Misaki Taro, and Ishizaki Ryo, who grow up playing soccer. The serialization of Captain Tsubasa caused a soccer boom in Japan was the influence for many soccer players who currently play professionally. Popular foreign players, such Zidane and Neymar, say they started playing football after being influenced by Captain Tsubasa. It contributed enormously to the increase in soccer's population, which was previously quite small in Japan. The series ended once, but restarted as the popularity of soccer had risen due to the start of the J League. There are sequels which take place in countries overseas, like ‘World Youth Ver.’ And ‘Rising Sun.’ ‘Captain Tsubasa Magazine,’ a magazine entirely about Captain Tsubasa, is currently being sold as well. In addition, there are futsal courts called Captain Tsubasa Stadium in places like Yokohama and Tokyo, and they're very popular among children. Summary of Captain Tsubasa's Latest Appearance Source :YouTube screenshot ‘PS4/Nintendo Switch 「Captain Tsubasa RISE OF NEW CHAMPIONS」First Trailer,’ created by ‘876TV,’ is a video introducing a high-quality Captain Tsubasa soccer game. It's the first (non-mobile) Captain Tsubasa game in about 10 years so it's grabbing the attention of many fans. It's a refreshing game where you can enjoy making incredible, action-packed plays. Check it out if you’re interested! As for smartphone games, there's ‘Captain Tsubasa ZERO Score! Miracle Shoot’ and ‘Captain Tsubasa Fight! Dream Team’, so don’t forget to check those out as well! -
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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!
Modern Culture- 64 plays
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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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Hikone Castle, a National Treasure of Japan, Is a Treasure Trove of Valuable Cultural Assets in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture! Explore the Castles Treasures, Including Swords, Armor, and the Various Instruments of Japan's Feudal Lords!
Art & Architecture History- 116 plays
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Introducing Hikone Castle! This video, titled "[Touken World] 'Hikone Castle' A Castle of Swords and Armor|Sword and Armor Exhibits|YouTube Video" (【刀剣ワールド】「彦根城」刀剣・甲冑に会える城|刀剣・甲冑展示の城郭 YouTube動画), produced by "Virtual Sword Museum [Touken World]," is a video introducing Hikone Castle, which is designated as an important cultural asset of Japan. Hikone Castle stands on Mt. Konki with a view of Lake Biwa and is a special historical site and a Class 1 Special Area of Lake Biwa National Park representing Hikone, Shiga Prefecture. The castle is a must-see for history buffs, as you can see swords, armor and other valuable instruments used by Daimyo (Japan's feudal lords). In this article, we'll introduce Hikone Castle, which has been designated a national treasure, alongside the video. What Is Hikone Castle? Photo:Shiga Prefecture・Hikone Castle Hikone Castle is a castle located in Hikone, Shiga Prefecture, which was once a prosperous castle town. It features one of Japan's 12 existing castle towers (five national treasures and seven important cultural properties) and is a popular tourist spot in Shiga Prefecture. It was built by Ii Naomasa and Ii Naotsugu who were ordered by Tokugawa Ieyasu to build the castle after the Battle of Sekigahara. The castle was completed in 1622, 20 years after construction began. You can see the entirety of Hikone Castle at 0:31 in the video. Currently, there are 12 castles built up to the Edo period (1603-1868), that still remain today with existing castle towers. Five castles, including Hikone Castle, have been selected as national treasures. Besides Hikone Castle, Inuyama Castle in Aichi prefecture, Matsumoto Castle in Nagano prefecture, Himeji Castle in Hyogo prefecture, and Matsue Castle in Shimane prefecture, are also designated as national treasures. Hikone Castle is a magnificent castle that has passed the beauty, age, and historical standards to be designated as a national treasure. As you can see from 0:59 in the video, a stone statue engraved with the words "The 8 views of Lake Biwa, Hikone Castle," has been erected in the moat of Hikone Castle. Highlights of Hikone Castle Source :YouTube screenshot The appeal of Hikone Castle is that its beautiful and dignified appearance survived the order to abandon castles and the fires from the war in the Meiji period (1868-1912). The construction of the castle is characterized by its use of stone walls and lumber from neighboring castles. The Tenshu (castle tower), Tsuke-yagura (attached towers), the Sawaguchi Tamon watchtower, and the three-storied western citadel watchtower, which were built before the Edo era, are designated as national treasures, and are one of the attractions of Hikone Castle. You can also see the Taikomon watchtower and Tenbin watchtowers in a very similar state as they were back then. The Hikone Castle Museum, located near the castle, is a must-visit spot for any history buffs out there. There are swords and helmets that were passed down to the the Ii Family, the Hikone clan leaders, that are exhibited there and you can also see valuable cultural assets. Beautiful Japanese swords that have been handed down from generation to generation in the Ii family are also on display. The exhibits of the Hikone Castle Museum can be seen at 2:12 in the video. Hikone Castle: General Information Photo:Hikonyan The admission fees for Hikone Castle is as follows: General admission ¥600 (high school students and above), ¥200 for elementary and junior high school students. Admission fees for the Hikone Castle Museum are: General admission ¥500, and ¥250 for elementary and junior high school students. They can also be bought in sets, and there's a ¥100 discount for general admission. Hikone Castle is open mostly all year round from 8:30-17:00. The average time spent at the castle is about an hour and a half. Access to the castle is a 15-minute walk from JR Hikone Station. There are several parking lots around Hikone Castle. The popular local mascot "Hikonyan" can be found in front of the castle tower of Hikone Castle and at the entrance to Hikone Castle Museum (free admission area) 3 times a month. Summary of Hikone Castle Photo:Hikone Castle "[Touken World] 'Hikone Castle' A Castle of Swords and Armor|Sword and Armor Exhibits|YouTube Video," produced by "Virtual Sword Museum [Touken World]," is a video that introduces Hikone Castle, a castle designated as a national important cultural asset. You can learn about the history of Hikone Castle as well as see swords and armor on display at Hikone Castle Museum. It's a must-see video for anyone interested in history! Also, in the spring, the cherry blossoms bloom beautifully, and you can enjoy the lit-up cherry blossoms at night. We also recommend riding on the sightseeing boat around the moat of Hikone Castle, sightseeing by rickshaw, and getting the seal stamp/castle stamp. There are also delicious restaurants at Hikone Castle's castle town where you can enjoy lunch. Hikone Castle- One of just 5 castles designated as national treasures, truly a beautiful and impressive structure. In you're in the area or interested in visiting the castle, don't forget to add it to your itinerary! 【Official Website】Hikone Castle - Hikone Tourism Guide : Public Interest Incorporated Association Hikone Castle Tourism Association https://visit.hikoneshi.com/en/ 【Tripadvisor】Hikone Castle https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g1023563-d1236815-Reviews- Hikone_Castle-Hikone_Shiga_Prefecture_Kinki.html -
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A Cute Baby Squirrel Running Around in the Woods in the Early Morning. The Way It Holds Its Food With Both Hands as It Eats Is Simply Adorable!
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The Japanese Squirrel This video, titled "A Baby Squirrel in the Forest, Early in the Morning" (子リスの活動、早朝の森の中で), was created by "squirrelstail1." It contains footage of a baby Japanese squirrel in the wild. Squirrels at zoos are especially popular among children. Throughout this video you can see footage of the wild Japanese squirrel. You won't be able to take your eyes off of this adorable critter! Watching the quick and nimble movements of the Japanese squirrel is guaranteed to bring a smile to your face. In this article, we'll introduce the Japanese squirrel, a squirrel native to Japan. Japanese Squirrel Facts Photo:Squirrel The Japanese squirrel is a member of the order Rodentia, family Sciuridae and genus Sciurus (齧歯目リス科リス属, gesshimokurisukarisuzoku), and is more commonly referred to as a rodent (齧歯類, gesshirui). It is called both Nihonrisu (ニホンリス) and Hondorisu (ホンドリス) in Japanese. An adult Japanese squirrel can grow to a height of 16-22 cm with a tail length of 13-17 cm and weight as much as 300g. The underbelly and tip of their tail is white in color and the fur on their body is known to change color depending on the season. Their summer coat is a reddish-brown color whereas their winter coat is more of a grayish-brown color. The Japanese squirrel's call sounds like "kyuukyuu" (キューキュー) in Japanese. You can buy squirrels at pet shops, and other pets, such as chipmunks, can be purchased for around 10,000 yen. They're relatively easy to care for making them a popular small pet. You can buy pellets or seeds to feed your pet squirrel at either a pet shop or home center. Photo:Manchurian walnuts The Japanese squirrel is mostly herbivorous. They like to feed on Manchurian walnuts (オニグルミ, onigurumi) and the seeds and fruits of Japanese larch (カラマツ, karamatsu), Japanese red pine (アカマツ, akamatsu) and Japanese white pine (ゴヨウマツ, goyoumatsu) trees. They are also known to occasionally eat insects and other small animals. They store food in pouches in their cheeks and take it back to their nest where they will then bury and store it underground. From 1:09 and 2:34 in the video, you can see adorable footage of a Japanese squirrel eating food it has found, using both of its tiny hands. Distribution and Habitat of the Japanese Squirrel Source :YouTube screenshot The Japanese squirrel lives in subalpine zones and woodland areas. They are diurnal animals who tend to be very active during the day and rest in the evening. They usually spend most of their time in a set area but may occasionally venture outside of that area to look for food. Japanese squirrels spend most of their time up in the tree tops where they build round nests. From 2:54 in the video, you can see a Japanese squirrel easily climb a tree. Wild Japanese squirrels do not hibernate in winter and have an average life span of 3 to 5 years. Japanese squirrels kept in captivity tend to have a slightly longer life span of around 5 to 7 years. How to Distinguish the Japanese Squirrel From Other Squirrels Photo:Japanese squirrel There are many species of squirrels, such as the Japanese squirrel, Hokkaido squirrel (エゾリス, ezorisu), Taiwanese squirrel (タイワンリス, taiwanrisu), Tamians, and chipmunks (シマリス, shimarisu) and red squirrels (キタリス, kitarisu). They all have their own unique characteristics, but the Japanese squirrel and Taiwanese squirrel are fairly hard to distinguish so we'll describe the differences between the two. The Japanese squirrel has a white border around its eyes which the Taiwanese squirrel doesn't have. In winter, the Japanese squirrel has a tuft of hair at the tip of its ears and a white underbelly; however, the Taiwanese squirrel's underbelly remains the same color as the rest of its body. The Taiwanese squirrel is a non-native species introduced to Japan and are known to be very aggressive in nature. Their increasing numbers, particularly in areas such as Kamakura (鎌倉), are becoming a problem. Summary of the Japanese Squirrel This video shown in this article contains footage of the Japanese squirrel. You won't be able to take your eyes off the cute Japanese squirrel as it plays in the forest early in the morning. If you love animals, be sure to check out the video! -
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The Blind Soccer World Grand Prix in Japan! A Glimpse at the Popular Sport That's Been Chosen as an Official Sport of the 2020 Paralympic Games in Tokyo!
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The Blind Soccer World Grand Prix "[Highlights] Colombia vs Japan – IBSA Blind Football World Grand Prix 2019," created by "Blind Football," introduces the World Grand Prix of blind soccer, held in Japan in 2019. Blind soccer, known as "soccer without sight," is a sport where players wear blindfolds and strive to score a goal with a ball that makes sounds, as well as their own voices to communicate. It's a bit different than regular soccer, but just as interesting. In this article, we’ll introduce the appeal of blind soccer alongside the video. Blind Soccer - History and Rules Photo:Soccer Blind soccer is a 5 member soccer match designed for visually impaired athletes. During the matches players wear blindfolds and head gear to protect their faces. The sport was established in the early 1980s. Blind soccer is played in accordance with a modified version of the futsal rules set by FIFA. The sport is managed by the Japan Blind Football Association (JBFA). Blind soccer is generally played by players with visual impairment at the level of complete loss of sight. They play by discerning where the ball is through a bell that rings inside the ball as it moves, and through voice communication. There is a caller (guide) behind the goals who gives the distance and the angle to the goal. The only exception to the blind players is the keeper who has full sight. Each game consists of 20-minute halves. When charging for the ball to defend or going to the sideline for a ball, players shout "Voy!" to prevent collisions. The Blind Soccer World Grand Prix in Japan Source :YouTube screenshot The Blind Soccer World Grand Prix 2019 was an official, international blind soccer competition held in Japan. The International Blind Sports Federation hosted the event and the venue was Shinagawa City Tennozu Park (品川区立天王洲公園, Shinagawakuritsu Tennozukoen), Tokyo Metropolis (東京都, Tokyoto). Blind soccer has been selected as an official sport of the 2020 Tokyo Paralympics Games. The World Grand Prix 2019, shown in the video, featured representatives from eight countries around the world. The Japan National Blind Soccer Team fought hard, beat out Colombia and finishing in 4th place. In the qualifying round, Japan managed to beat the world No. 4 ranked team, Spain, the winner of the tournament, and other strong teams. In the game against Colombia in the video, Japan conceded the first goal of the match at 0:48, but managed to tie it up at 1:14, and turn the tables just before the end of the game at 2:48. Summary of the Blind Soccer World Grand Prix Source :YouTube screenshot ‘"[Highlights] Colombia vs Japan – IBSA Blind Football World Grand Prix 2019," created by "Blind Football," is a video that shows footage of the Blind Soccer World Grand Prix. You can watch the heated match between Japan and Colombia in the video. The video is a fascinating look at blind soccer and its fierce athletes, so be sure to check it out! 【Official Website】Japan Blind Football Association|Blind Soccer http://www.en-wgp-blindsoccer.com/ -
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You'll Be Blown Away by the Sight of Thousands of Electric Lights on These Dekotora! A Look at the Flashy Ride Making Headlines in Japan!
Vehicles- 62 plays
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Introducing "Dekotora" This video, titled "【HD】Story of the modified vehicles~The latest Dekotora Episode②~(【HD】改造車列伝 ~最新デコトラ編②~)," was produced by "Tenku Ranbuー Custom Videosー." It introduces Japan's colorful, customized "dekotora." The beauty of dekotora, with their characteristically flashy appearances, can be seen in the video. If you're interested, be sure to check it out! In this article, we'll introduce the charms of the shimmering dekotora trucks. Be sure to follow along with the video! A Look at Japan's Dekotora Source :YouTube screenshot Dekotora is an abbreviation for decoration truck (in Japanese truck is pronounced "torakku"). Dekotora are artsy trucks that are decorated with glittering electric illuminations, and a flashy exterior. Parts such as the front deck, visor, and front bumper, are especially flashy. Dekotora culture is a unique subculture in Japan, and due to its unique appearance it has also begun attracting attention from overseas. The beautiful trucks are made by decorating the exterior in a variety of ways, such as painting the body in flashy paint, adding electrical equipment such as lanterns and marker lamps, or adding aero parts made of chrome plating and stainless steel. At 2:02, you can see both the interior and exterior of a dekotora. The interior is decorated with stickers and other gadgets, and you can see the dedication of the owner to their vehicle. However, if you put too many decorations on the vehicle, there are times when it won't pass the vehicle inspection, so dekotora fanatics have to keep this in mind when designing their trucks. You can see a variety of unique dekotora on Instagram, or at events and gatherings. There are also plastic models, radio controlled dekotora, and the truck game “Bakuso Dekotora Legend” that you can purchase, so you can enjoy dekotora at home as well. There are different styles for decorating dekotora as well. Some categories are “Gundam Art,” “Modern Art,” “Kansai-style Art,” and “Retro Art.” The History of Japan's Dekotora Source :YouTube screenshot The origin of Japan's dekotora is said to be from seafood transport trucks using stainless steel plates to fix the deterioration of the body. This deterioration was due to the effects of the snow-melting agents. The movie “Truck Guys” which was released in 1975, sparked a boom in popularity and many people began making dekotora. The famous vehicle "Ichiban boshi" which appeared in "Truck Guys," was turned into a plastic model and became very popular among children at the time. Unfortunately, the movie "Truck Guy" received complaints from the police due to its explicit depictions and the movie was discontinued. Because of this, the dekotorora craze slowly began to fade away. Currently, with movies such as "Dekotora Girl Nami" and "The Eagle of Dekotora," dekotora have once again gained public attention. Summary of Japan's Dekotora Source :YouTube screenshot In this video we showed, "【HD】Story of the modified vehicles~The latest Dekotora Episode②~,” produced by “Tenku Ranbuー Custom Videosー"; a video that introduces Japan's flashy dekotora trucks. Dekotora are decked out with beautifully illuminated electronics and paint, and their impressive appearance fascinates onlookers. These flashy dekotora go for a pretty penny, even used. Currently, dekotora are on the decline; However, videos of them on platforms such as Instagram, have garnered a lot of attention, so if you're interested, definitely check them out! -
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Kobudo - Ancient Ryukyuan Martial Arts From Okinawa!
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The Ancient Ryukyuan Martial Art "Kobudo" This video, titled "80歳の棒術が速すぎる!沖縄の古武道が超実戦的だった Amazing! A 80-year-old Master, Ryukyu Kobudou," was produced by "kuro-obi world." It introduces Kobudo, an ancient Ryukyuan martial art. From 0:10 in the video, Koutaro Iha, the president of the Ryukyu Society of Ryukyu Kobudo, shows off his brilliant techniques with movements that will have you thinking "there's no way this guy is 80." If you want to learn practical Kobudo, check out the video to learn some awesome techniques! In this article, we'll introduce Ryukyuan Kobudo, alongside the video! What Is Kobudo? Source :YouTube screenshot Ryukyu kobujutsu is an ancient martial art that has been handed down in Okinawa Prefecture since ancient times. It generally utilizes weaponry and is also called Okinawan kobudo, Okinawan kobudo, or Ryukyu kobudo. Ryukyu kobudo has been practiced by samurai since the era of the Ryukyu Kingdom (1429-1879 AD). practiced a wide range of martial arts that involved stick fighting, spears, karate, swords, archery, long swords, nunti, mountain-based sword styles, sais, canes, paddles, tonfa, and more. There are three main types of Ryukyu ancient martial arts schools. Three types: Shinken Taira's system (Ryukyu Kobudo Preservation Society, Ryukyu Kobudo Preservation Society), Motobu Choyu’s system (Motobu Goten Kobu Martial Arts Association), and Matayoshi Shimkou’s system (Kinkou Karate Okinawa Kobujutsu). About the Kobudo in the Video Source :YouTube screenshot This video introduces the appeal of Ryukyuan kobudo at the Ryukonkai dojo. Koutaro Iha of the Ryukyu Kobudo is the chairman of Ryukonkai, and performs stick fighting with a speed and ferocity atypical of an 80 year old man. His son, Mitsutada Iha, is the general director of the Ryukonkai Shudokan general headquarters. Shown at 2:11 in the video, we can see both super practical and practical techniques. In this video, you can see a little bit of the Ryukyu kobudo DVD "Great Heritage 3: The Pilgrim of Martial Arts." In the DVD, you can learn a type of stick fighting called "Sakugawa no Kon." Kobudo is general referred to as a type of budo arts are generally one of martial arts and ancient martial arts, but is a very practical form of budo. Normally, Ryukyu kobudo is fought with a weapon in hand, but if you can't do karate, you can't do kobudo, so it is sometimes practiced with bare hands. From 2:47 in the video, you can see ancient Ryukyuan martial arts techniques, such as "Nunchaku art," "Toma no Tonfa," "Ishikawa Shou kama," "Chikin akachu no Ake," and "Okinawan karate." This DVD is available at the Toei Video Online Shop. Summary of Kobudo Source :YouTube screenshot The video produced by "Kuro-obi world" shows the skills of an 80 year old Ryukyu Kobudo master. You can see the kobudo master, who has incredible mental, technical and physical abilities, carefully teaching the techniques of Ryukyu kobudo. Be sure to check it out of you still haven't yet! -
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The Pure White Walls and Tiles of Kanazawa Castle Are Absolutely Gorgeous! A Look at the Castle Where You Can Learn About the Culture of Kaga Hyakumangoku in Kanazawa, Ishikawa!
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Introducing Kanazawa Castle This video, titled "Ishikawa Kanazawa Castle - 金沢城 - 4K Ultra HD" introduces information about Kanazawa castle in Ishikawa Prefecture. The video was published by "TokyoStreetView - Japan The Beautiful." Kanazawa castle is one of the most popular tourist spots in the Hokuriku Region. At Kanazawa castle, you can learn about the history of Ishikawa, Kanazawa, a place known as a prosperous castle town in Kaga Hyakumangoku. Kaga Hyakumangoku refers to the measure of wealth the Kaga region attained during the early rule of the Maeda clan and the artisan culture they promoted over the following three centuries. The video shows the beautiful Kanazawa castle, a national historical site. In the article, we'll talk about Kanazawa castle alongside the video. Try to keep up! What is Kanazawa Castle? Photo:Kanazawa Castle Park in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture Kanazawa castle is located in Marunouchi, Kanazawa, in Ishikawa prefecture (Formerly Kaga province, Ishikawa-gun, Kaganokuni). It was built on the Kodatsuno Plateau between the Saigawa River and the Asano River, which flows through the Kanazawa plains. During Edo period (1603-1868), Kanazawa castle prospered as a castle town of Kaga Hyakumangoku and was used as a residence of the Maeda clan, the head of the Kaga domain. Today, the area around the castle, including the ruins of Kanazawa Castle, a national historic site, has been developed into Kanazawa Castle Park, and is one of Kanazawa's most popular tourist attractions. Kanazawa castle was constructed from the Warring States period (1467-1615) to the Edo period and is classified as a hilltop castle with a teikakushiki layout. It has a distinctive exterior with white walls made of white mortar and flat lead tiles. The beautiful white roof tiles of Kanazawa Castle can be seen at 0:04 in the video. Hashizume mon (gate) is the highlight of Kanazawa castle. Although it was burned down in 1881, it was restored to its former glory in 2015. Be sure to check out the interesting shapes of the rocks used in the stone walls at different gates. There so many interesting spots in Kanazawa park! The castle tower was destroyed by lightning three years after Toshiie Maeda became lord of the castle after the Battle of Shizugatake. There was a plan to restore the castle tower, but due to a lack of resources, it was difficult to do so. Tour Information for Kanazawa Castle Photo:Kanazawa Castle Park in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture Kanazawa castle is open year round. Between March 1st and October 15th it's open from 7 am to 6 pm and from October 16th to the end of February it's open from 8 am to 5 pm. Admission to Kanazawa Castle is free, but there are charges to enter Hishigaya Turret, Gojukken Nagaya Warehouse, Hashizume-mon, and the Tsuzuki Yagura Turret. The admission fees for these places are 320 yen for adults and 100 yen for children. Access is about 10 minutes by taxi from Kanazawa Station. By car, it takes about 30 minutes from the Kanazawa West IC (金沢西IC) on the Hokuriku Expressway. There are 3 different parking areas near Kanazawa castle. The illumination of Kanazawa Castle and Kenrokuen is a popular seasonal event. During this time, Kenrokuen will be open to the public free of charge at night and is lit up for a limited time. The autumn foliage and the fantastic scenery of lights are must-sees. Summary of Kanazawa castle. Photo:Kanazawa Castle Park in Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture The video in this article introduces the beautiful scenery of Kanazawa castle. There is so much to see at Kanazawa Castle Park. Kenrokuen is known as one of the three greatest gardens of Japan, and is a place where you can enjoy the view of a traditional Japanese garden. You can also collect a stamp from Kanazawa castle if you have a stamp book. It's a great place for history buffs as well! 【Official Website】Kanazawa castle and Kenrokuen - Ishikawa http://www.pref.ishikawa.jp/siro-niwa/english/top.html 【Tripadvisor】Kanazawa castle https://www.tripadvisor.com/Attraction_Review-g298115-d324909-Reviews-Kanazawa_Castle-Kanazawa_Ishikawa_Prefecture_Hokuriku_Chubu.html