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坂崎 なお（Nao Sakazaki）

Yakage Town, Okayama Prefecture! This video is titled "A Town Full of Culture and History - Yakage Town, Okayama Prefecture." It introduces Yakage, Okayama, located in Japan's Chugoku region. Yakage Town is referred to as the "back seat of Kurashiki." Yakage, Okayama prefecture is a historical lodging town, where Princess Tenshoin Atsu is said to have stayed. In Yakage Town, Yakage Honjin and Waki Honjin, which were official lodgings for Daimyo, still exist today. They also hold an event called the Yakage Shukuba Festival Daimyo Procession in autumn. The main attraction at the festival is the luxurious Daimyo Procession shown from 0:07 in the video. The procession goes through town shouting "Kneel! Kneel!" You can hear this throughout the video. Okayama Prefecture is known for fine weather. It has more nice weather than other places in Japan, making it the perfect place to visit on the weekends. Enjoy the video of Yakage, Okayama, a town full of culture and traditional Japanese scenery. A Look at Yakage Source : YouTube screenshot Yakage, Okayama has various historical buildings from the Edo Period (1603～1868), Meiji Period (1868～1912), Taisho Period (1912～1926), and the Showa Period (1926～1989). You can experience all of the different eras within one town, which is one of the things that makes Yakage so interesting. This is explained by the town guide at 2:40 in the video. Traditional Japanese Kimono such as those shown in the video match very well with the traditional Japanese atmosphere of the streets, which are perfect for taking Instagram photos. You can also enjoy a leisurely stroll around Yakage Town Hall and the Rural Environment Improvement Center. Eraya is a hole in the wall spot that you can visit if you're into plastic models. Yakage, Okayama Is Full of Popular Tourist Attractions! Photo：Kibino Makibi Park (Yakage Town) In Yakage, where the streets of Edo remain, we recommend visiting the Old Yakage Headquarters Ishii Family Residence and Old Yakage Waki Headquarters Takakusa Family Residence. Other places to visit include Koian, where you can see antique art, Yakage Town House Exchange Center (やかげ町家交流館 Yakage Machiya Koryukan), Yakage's Local Art Museum (やかげ郷土美術館 Yakage kyodo Bijutukan), Unai Firefly Park (宇内ホタル公園 Unai Hotaru Koen), History Park (歴史公園 Rekishikoen) and Kibino Makibi Park (吉備真備公園 Kibino Makibi Koen). We recommend visiting Yakage for the Camelia festival (つばき祭り Tsubaki Matsuri) in April and the Kibikosai Festival (吉備公祭 Kibikosai) in May, as well. There are many hot spring facilities in the Yakage Town area. We recommend staying at Yunohana Hot Springs (湯の華温泉 Yunohana Onsen) to relax and unwind. Create your own sightseeing route in Yakage Town, Okayama Prefecture and enjoy sightseeing, nature, and culture! Delicious Food in Yakage, Okayama! Okayama prefecture is famous for its soy sauce. The video shows you how they make soy sauce at 2:30. Why not try some delicious Yubeshi dumplings, a local specialty of Okayama Prefecture, dipped in some locally made soy sauce? After strolling through town, enjoy lunch at a one of the old fashioned cafes or restaurants in the area. You can also pick your own fruit at Suisha no Sato Fruits Topia (水車の里フルーツトピア). Summary of Yakage, Okayama Source :YouTube screenshot In Yakage Town, Okayama prefecture, you can stroll around the historical Japanese streets and sightseeing locations with amazing views. Plan a memorable trip to Okayama using the information in this video! There are also hotels and inns nearby, so we recommend staying overnight! 【Official Website】Yakage Town, Okayama PR Website https://japan-yakage.jp/en/ 【TripAdvisor】Yakage Town https://www.tripadvisor.com/Tourism-g1121388-Yakage_cho_Oda_gun_Okayama_Prefecture_Chugoku-Vacations.html

Introducing Ibaraki's Suigo Itako Iris Festival The title of the video is "Wedding Boat Summary - A Bride from Itako Goes by a Boat- (Suigo Itako Iris Festival)（嫁入り舟ダイジェスト～潮来花嫁さんは舟でゆく～ （水郷潮来あやめまつり））” When the rainy season starts, irises are in bloom and the Suigo Itako Iris Festival is held in Suigo Itako Iris Garden (水郷潮来あやめ園). The beautiful bride, wearing a pure white dress is shown in the video. Enjoy Japanese tradition and culture by watching this video. What Is a Wedding Boat? Photo：The Wedding Boat of Itako The Suigo Itako Iris Festival is famous for the wedding boat. The video shows what a traditional marriage in Itako looks like. As shown in the video from 1:09, at the festival, a bride, a boatman and a mediator go through the park full of irises. They then row a boat across the river towards where the groom is waiting. The boat move slowly and it is watched over by people who came to enjoy the festival. It is quite the site. After meeting with the groom, wearing a hakama with a family crest, they take hands and promise everlasting love. This is shown from 3:38 in the video. How to Enjoy the Festival Source :This article Video Fountain spot "WAiWAi Fantasia" which is across the garden, is popular as a spiritual site for love and marriage. It's shown from 3:50 in the video. After sharing their vows, the groom and bride lock the "key to happiness" in the fountain. At the festival, there are dance contests and illuminations making it a very lively event. Sightseeing at the Suigo Itako Iris Garden Photo：The Suigo Itako Iris Festival At the Suigo Itako Iris Garden in Ibaraki, people can enjoy 500 different kinds of over a million irises. It is a very popular spot and was selected as one of “the 500 most beautiful roads in Japan.” Itako has a history of using a water transportation system and many boats came and went during the Edo period (1603 to 1868). If you're going to the Suigo Itako Iris Festival, be sure to keep an eye out for the wedding ceremony to see the bride going downriver. You can also try a Yuki Tsumugi experience where you try on handmade silk kimono as well. Summary The Suigo Itako Iris Festival, introduced in the video, is a very popular event and 800 thousand people visit it annually. Enjoy looking at the beautiful Japanese bride wearing a pure white dress. If you want to visit the Suigo Itako Iris Festival, we recommend first checking out the bloom conditions, the schedule of the festival, sightseeing spots and then booking a hotel. ◆Suigo Itako Iris Garden Information◆ 【Address】Iris 1-5 Itako city Ibaraki prefecture 【Access】A 3-minute walk from JR Itako Station. Buses available during the time of the festival 【Parking】Available (A toll parking lot is available during the Suigo Itako Iris Festival) 【Telephone No】0299-63-1111 【Entrance fee】Free 【Official Website】Suigo Itako Iris Festival https://english.ibarakiguide.org/itako-iris-festival.html

An Introduction to Marie Kondo, the Organizing Consultant! This time, we'll introduce the video “Marie Kondo: The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up / アメリカでもベストセラー！「人生がときめく片づけの魔法」こんまり人気に迫る！” This is the video featuring Marie Kondo , an organizing consultant. Her book “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up” sold as many as 5 million copies across 41 countries. Some people have even called it the "Cleaning Bible". What Is Marie Kondo Like? Source :YouTube screenshot Marie Kondo is a small lady, at just 147 cm tall. She lives in America with her husband and their children. Her blog and Instagram explain how to organize rooms. Many fans pay attention to her Social Networking Service. Marie Kondo also runs an online shop selling kitchen and bath goods. Her picture book “Kiki & Jax The Life-Changing Magic of Friendship” published in 2019 also became a hot topic for a while. In 2015, she garnered a lot of attention after being featured on the TV program “Jounetsutairik." The original Netflix series “KonMari The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up” where American families are visited and receive help tidying up is also very popular. How Great Marie Kondo's “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying up” Is! Source :YouTube screenshot Her book “The Life-Changing Magic of Tidying Up,” published in 2010, sold over a million copies and was made into a drama in Japan. Moreover, the English version dominated the top of the charts on Amazon's Best Sellers list. It also came in first and second together with her new book “Spark Joy” in the New York Times' "How-To" list. Marie Kondo was also chosen as one of “the 100 most influential people in the world”. This is introduced at 0:20 in the video. What Is Marie Kondo's Organization Method? Source :YouTube screenshot Marie Kondo’s nickname “Kon Mari” is used as a verb to mean organizing, like “I’m konmari-ing.” in the English speaking world. Nowadays, as a hashtag of organizing, “Kon Mari” is used in Social Networking System. The public interview of Marie Kondo about “The Kon Mari Method” well noticed in New York in Amerika is shown from 1:19 in the video. The secret to Marie Kondo’s organization is “To clean up and keep what is important and what sparks joy” and “to appreciate” one's belongings. According to the journalist (from 2:54 in the video), Marie Kondo told American who love shopping and tend to accumulate things that removing some of them and simplifying, will lead to happiness. The KonMari Method has reached the hearts of many people. Summary of the Video of Marie Kondo, the Organizing Consultant Source :YouTube screenshot Marie Kondo’s way of organizing is getting a lot of attention not only in Japan but also in other countries as well. For those who have endless worries about organizing, and are interested in the Japanese culture of organizing, please refer to Marie Kondo. You can expect more secrets to achieve an organized life by checking out some of the books by “Yamashita Hideko” who proposed “Danshari” (detachment from possessions).

Beautiful 3D Paper Cutting Art! Check out the video "The world of beautiful 3D paper cutting #1" (美しい立体切り絵の世界 #1). Most people would be surprised by the beautify of his works. These 3D paper cutting works are created by the paper cutting artist, Naofumi Hama. 3D paper cutting works offer something different to the plain world of traditional paper artistry. What kind of skills are necessary? Let’s take a look at the secrets of 3D paper cutting. More About 3D Paper Cutting Source :YouTube screenshot 3D paper cutting works are created by folding plain paper cutting works. Extra caution is necessary to assemble minute pieces due to their extreme fragility. In the video clips, you can see various 3D paper cutting works such as roses, pansies, ducks, and ironware. Also other beautiful and delicate art works such as gerbera, Dutch hats, origami cranes, chrysanthemum, and butterflies appear in the video. Be sure to take a look! How to Create 3D Paper Cutting Works Source :YouTube screenshot As you can see from this video clip, it may be difficult for beginners to learn this style of paper cutting. It's recommended to try simple cuts using Origami and a cutter when first starting out. It's okay if you stack the cutout patterns and then carefully cut them with a cutter as well. We recommend purchasing a paper cutting kit in which designs of flowers or animals are included for practice. If you're interested in 3D paper cutting, Naofumi Hama has also written a book on 3D paper cutting (only in Japanese). Summary of 3D Paper Cutting Source :YouTube screenshot There are other famous 3D paper cutting artists besides Naofumi Hama such as SouMa, Ayano Tomoda or Miki Kajita. Please check out the beautiful 3D paper cutting works created by these artists and enjoy the different styles that each of them has to offer. All 3D paper cutting works that appear in this video clip are breathtaking. Be sure to watch the video one again to enjoy its unique world view. 【Official Website】Naofumi Hama 3D Kirie (Paper Cutting) https://naofumihama.com/

Japanese Radio Calisthenics! This video "Radio Calisthenics Phase Version 06｜English Version" (「ラジオ体操第バ06_英語」), was created by Tokyu-Kensetsu (東急建設) for English speakers in Japan. In Japan, radio calisthenics (ラジオ体操, rajio taiso) is a traditional custom where people perform calisthenics to music with guidance from radio broadcasts. Radio calisthenics were introduced to Japan to improve physical strength and maintenance and development of good health. What kind of calisthenics are there? How did it start? Let’s take a look! What are Radio Calisthenics? A Look at the History Photo：Elementary school students doing radio calisthenicss The history of radio calisthenics goes back to 1920. The idea originally came from the Metropolitan Life Insurance Co. of the U.S as part of daily calisthenics. The first radio calisthenics was broadcast to the public on NHK radio in 1928. Since then, it has been modified little by little to the current Radio Calisthenics 1, established in 1951. Besides Radio Calisthenics 1, the one introduced in the video, there are other types of radio calisthenics such as Radio Calisthenics 2 and 3, and Minna no Taiso (calisthenics for everyone). The Health Benefits of Radio Calisthenics Photo：An attendance card for radio calisthenics The radio calisthenics contains of 13 types of calisthenics in a particular order. As you see in the video, the calisthenics starts with stretching (0:11) and ends with deep-breathing (2:56), a total of 3 minutes 15 seconds. It helps you stay in shape and lose weight, as it makes you stretch the muscles of your entire body. During summer vacation, local organizations and community associations gather children and perform radio calisthenicss together every morning. Each child has an attendance card and gets a stamp each time they attend the radio calisthenics gathering. The radio calisthenics serves to prevent inadequate physical activity in children, as well as have children interact with local communities. Where Can I Find Radio Calisthenics? Photo：Radio In Japan, radio channels still broadcast the radio calisthenics to music. Radio calisthenics usually begin with a piece of opening music and a greeting from the instructor, and after the music finishes, Radio calisthenics 1 begins. During the broadcast, they also introduce a supportive exercise and a neck exercise. The radio calisthenics are also broadcast on TV. Be sure to check out when it broadcasts! You can also find the radio calisthenics on an App, videos online, or CD. Choose one that is most convenient for you. The Recap of Radio Calisthenics Photo：Women doing radio calisthenics Radio calisthenics is effective for improving health, so it has long been loved by Japanese people. Even today, radio calisthenics are introduced at events for children, at offices before the day begins, and also done by people feeling they need more exercise. Be sure to check it out! It'll help you get into a daily routine and feel more awake.

Shigeru Mizuki Road, a Popular Tourist Attraction in Tottori Prefecture This is a high-resolution video titled "Mizuki Shigeru Road renovation complete!," which introduces Shigeru Mizuki Road in Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture in Japan's Chugoku Region. The video was uploaded by the "Shigeru Mizuki Road Renewal Promotional Sector." Shigeru Mizuki Road, a popular tourist destination in Sakaiminato City, was reopened in July 2018. Bronze statues of the yokai (a type of Japanese monster) appearing in Shigeru Mizuki's masterpiece "GeGeGe no Kitaro" are set up on the wide cobblestone path. Enjoy sightseeing on Shigeru Mizuki Road, in Sakaiminato City, also known as "yokai town," and seeing Japanese yokai! The video introduces some yokai in various places in the city. How many have you heard of? Highlights of Shigeru Mizuki Road Source :YouTube screenshot Sakaiminato City, the hometown of Shigeru Mizuki, the creator of the cartoon "Gegege no Kitaro," has been attracting attention as a yokai town. Mizuki Shigeru Road is a walking route that stretches approximately 800m long starting from JR Sakaiminato Station. The bronze statues of 177 monsters entertain tourists on a beautiful street greatly improved by the restoration before its reopening in 2018. New yokai shrines, kappa fountains, and bronze statues from the World Yokai Conference have been created in the station park and on the walking paths. There are many restaurants and souvenir shops on Shigeru Road, so we recommend eating lunch and buying souvenirs here. There's also a stamp rally event held at Shigeru Mizuki Road that you can participate in. Shigeru Mizuki Road is lit up every night, creating a suspicious atmosphere that you can't experience during the day. "Yokai world at night!" is introduced at 1:00 in the video. The city's light is Medama-Oyaji! Did you notice? Shigeru Mizuki's Masterpiece "Gegege No Kitaro" Source :YouTube screenshot The manga "Gegege no Kitaro" features a story involving a variety of monsters, including the main character, Kitaro, Medama-Oyaji that rides on his shoulder, a mouse, a cat girl, and an "ittan momen." Take a stroll along the Shigeru Mizuki Road from JR Sakaiminato Station and you will arrive at the Shigeru Mizuki Memorial Museum with a retro showa atmosphere. At the Shigeru Mizuki Memorial Hall, you can enjoy the world view of the original work of the manga artist Shigeru Mizuki. Summary of Shigeru Mizuki Road in Sakaiminato City, Tottori Prefecture Source :YouTube screenshot If you are sightseeing in Japan, be sure to visit the fascinating Mizuki Shigeru Road, introduced in the video. Various yokai are introduced in the video. Did you manage to find a favorite? If you go on a sightseeing trip to Sakaiminato City in Tottori Prefecture, be sure to visit the nearby Yonago City (米子市, Yonago shi), Tottori Sand Dunes, and Izumo Taisha Shrine (出雲大社, Izumo Taisha) in Shimane Prefecture. ◆Overview of Shigeru Mizuki Road◆ 【Address】Right next to JR Sakaiminato Station 【Average time spent here】Approximately 2 hours together with Shigeru Mizuki Memorial 【Parking】None (use Sakaiminato station square parking lot) 【Official Website】 Shimane Tourism Navi | Shimane Prefecture Tourism Federation Official Site https://www.kankou-shimane.com/en/ 【Official Website】 Sakaiminato City Hall, Tottori Prefecture https://www.city.sakaiminato.lg.jp/

Japan's Popular 'Glamping' Glamping has become increasingly popular in Japan since around 2020. When it comes to camping, there's a lot of preparation required; you prepare a tent, sleeping bag, cooking utensils, and other luggage, load them into a car, and head out to the location hoping you didn't forget anything. Cooking is also a popular activity enjoyed when camping, and is one of the best parts of the experience. Glamping facilities, with their full range of services, are attracting attention from people who want to get away from their daily routine and enjoy nature, but want to do so in a more casual and luxurious way than camping. Video Introduction In this article, we'll introduce "Yufuin Onsen Glamping Comorebi" (湯布院温泉郷グランピングCOMOREBI), a video uploaded by "COMOREBI Glamping" (COMOREBIグランピング). Yufuin Onsen Glamping Comorebi is a popular accommodation where visitors can enjoy nature while also receiving hotel-like hospitality. If you're looking to enjoy the famous hot springs of Oita, consider checking out Yufuin Onsen Glamping Comorebi as well. Glamping – A Luxurious Camping Experience Photo：Glamping Glamping, which has been attracting a lot of attention in recent years, is a combination of the words "glamorous" and "camping," which, as these words suggest, refers to a glamorous camping experience. Glamping is truly a dream-like, luxury camping experience, where beds, bathrooms, and amenities are pre-prepared, and you can spend your time in luxury and comfort in the midst of Mother Nature's majestic beauty. Some glamping facilities offer cottages and trailer houses with showers, toilets, and even kitchens for outdoor cooking. Yufuin Onsen Glamping Comorebi Source :YouTube screenshot Yufuin Onsen Glamping Comorebi, featured in the video, is one of the largest glamping spots in Japan's Kyushu region. There are four types of tent styles offered at the campground: oval and dome tents, LOTUS BELLE tents, and "light boxes." The private outdoor-dining spaces are air-conditioned and heated, with impressive Simmons beds and custom-made furniture. There are also tents with hammocks and pet tents exclusively for pets. Enjoy movies, music, or even yoga in the relaxing tents. [Video] 0:34 - Inside the tents Hot Springs and Delicious Meals at Yufuin Onsen Glamping Comorebi Source :YouTube screenshot For dinner at Yufuin Onsen Glamping Comorebi, you can enjoy French-style course meals supervised by Chef Isao Kuroiwa, who trained at a three-star European restaurant. For lunch, there is also a camp cooking plan that includes barbecue. The mildly alkaline simple hot spring "Bijin-no-yu" (美人の湯, lit. "Spring of Beauty") is rich in moisturizing components, is effective at whitening and beautifying the skin, and features a high content of metasilicic acid. [Video] 0:25 - Bijin-no-yu Day Trips and Other Ways to Enjoy Yufuin Onsen Glamping Comorebi Source :YouTube screenshot Enjoy doing yoga in the morning sun, enjoying a drink under the stars, or taking a nap in a hammock. Doing nothing and simply letting go while taking in the surrounding nature is another way to enjoy oneself. Yufuin Onsen Glamping Comorebi offers both overnight stays and inexpensive one-day plans, so be sure to take advantage of these as well. Summary of Yufuin Onsen Glamping Comorebi Yufuin Onsen Glamping Comorebi, introduced in the video, is a great option for those looking to enjoy nature and outdoor cooking, but don't want to deal with the trouble of packing everything like you would for regular camping.... The appeal is that you don't need camping gear or even equipment for an overnight stay. Experience a new type of luxury camping where you can enjoy nature and receive resort hotel-like services!

Understanding Nunobashi Kanjoe, a Traditional Purification Ceremony in Toyama This video, titled "Japan UNESCO Future Heritage｜Nunobashi Kanjoe Purification Ceremony (Long version), Tateyama Town, Japan" released by the "Official Channel of Tateyama Town, Toyama Prefecture" (日本ユネスコ未来遺産　布橋灌頂会（富山県立山町）Nunobashi Kanjoe Purification Ceremony (Long version) Tateyama Town, Japan). It introduces Nunobashi Kanjoe, a traditional purification ceremony in Tateyama, Toyama. Nunobashi Kanjoe is a traditional ceremony that has been handed down for many years at Ashikuraji Temple in Tateyama, Toyama, in Japan's Tokai Region (東海地方, Tokai-Chiho). This article features a closer look at Nunobashi Kanjoe, a traditional Japanese ceremony that has been registered as a UNESCO Heritage for the Future. The History of Nunobashi Kanjoe, a Purification Ceremony in Tateyama, Toyama Source :YouTube screenshot Tateyama, a well-known sight in Toyama Prefecture, is counted as one of the three most sacred mountains in Japan. It has been worshipped as a spiritual mountain since ancient times. Entry to Tateyama was originally forbidden to females, and women were not allowed to climb the mountain during the Edo period (1603-1868 A.D.). It is believed that the origin of Nunobashi Kanjoe was when these female believers crossed a bridge called Nunobashi over the Ubadou River (姥堂川, Ubadou-Gawa) in Tateyama, praying to be accepted into paradise. A Closer Look at Nunobashi Kanjoe, a Purification Ceremony in Tateyama, Toyama Source :YouTube screenshot Nunobashi Kanjoe includes the ceremony in which women dressed entirely in white enter the dimly lit Enmado-Hall and perform sutra reading to pray for entry to paradise. This performance is shown at 2:41 in the video. Nunobashi Kanjoe has been actively practiced since the Edo period, but was once abolished due to the abolition of Buddhism during the Meiji period (1868-1912 A.D.), and only recently revived in the Heisei period (1989-2019 A.D.). Nunobashi Kanjoe is now held only once every three years, so nowadays, it is a sacred ritual that can rarely be seen. Nunobashi Kanjoe was registered as a "Heritage for the Future" by UNESCO Japan in 2012, in recognition of its historical and valuable rituals. Sightseeing Around the Tateyama Area in Toyama Photo：Toyama Prefecture, Tateyama Museum of Toyama Yobokan The Toyama Prefectural Tateyama Museum, located at the site where Nunobashi Kanjoe is held, offers a video hall to learn the history of Tateyama and the rituals of Nunobashi Kanjoe. When sightseeing in Tateyama, Toyama, you should definitely check out the events in the surrounding areas. There is a popular theme park called "Mandara Amusement Park" in the Tateyama Museum as well. It's said that the theme park was created in the image of hell... Consider stopping by to check it out. Summary of Nunobashi Kanjoe, A Traditional Ceremony in Tateyama, Toyama Source :YouTube screenshot As you can see in the video, Nunobashi Kanjoe, a traditional ceremony in the Tateyama area of Toyama Prefecture, is a sacred ritual that has passed down traditional Japanese culture to the present day. When visiting the Tateyama area in Toyama, enjoy experiencing the ethereal world at the Tateyama Museum, where you can find a rich collection of materials related to Nunobashi Kanjoe.

Jazz Pianist Hiromi Uehara This video, titled "Hiromi Uehara・The Trio Project feat. Anthony Jackson & Simon Phillips" is a YouTube video introducing jazz pianist Hiromi Uehara's latest work "MOVE," released in 2012. First, let's check out the video, released by Universal Music Japan, to see the trio's incredible performance! Jazz Pianist Hiromi Uehara Source :YouTube screenshot Hiromi Uehara is a jazz pianist born in Shizuoka, Japan and currently resides in the United States. Hiromi Uehara is a jazz pianist born in Shizuoka who currently resides in the United States. She was born on March 26, 1979. In Japan she just goes by "Hiromi." In 2007, she married designer Yasuhiro Mihara. The Music of Jazz Pianist Hiromi Uehara Source :YouTube screenshot Hiromi Uehara started playing the piano when she was a kid and has been successful in many Yamaha competitions. Hiromi Uehara has been playing jazz since she was eight years old, and after moving to the United States, she graduated at the top of her class at the Berklee College of Music with a degree in jazz composition. After making her international debut as a jazz pianist in 2003, she has been touring the world and giving concerts that have taken the jazz world by storm. What's Hiromi Uehara up to These Days? Source :YouTube screenshot Jazz pianist Hiromi Uehara has performed at many venues in Japan, including Kanazawa and Okinawa. She has also collaborated with Akiko Yano and performed with the Japanese music unit "Rexi." Her activities were also featured on the TV show "Jonetsu Tairiku." In 2020, she performed a solo rendition of "Sukiyaki " on Instagram, attracting a lot of attention. Summary of Jazz Pianist Hiromi Uehara Source :YouTube screenshot This video shows the amazing quality of Hiromi Uehara's jazz performances, so you can relax and enjoy the sounds. At the end of her intoxicatingly powerful performance, the audience gave him a standing ovation. This is shown at 11:01 in the video. If this article about Hiromi Uehara has you interested in her music, consider checking out her single "Kaleidoscope" or her piano album "Spectrum." If you want to experience one of her performances, be sure to do some research and find yourself a ticket! 【Official Homepage】Hiromi Uehara Official Site https://www.hiromiuehara.com/s/y01/?ima=0000

The Lives of Ordinary People in the Taisho Era! This video, “1914-1918 (Taisho 3-7) the life of the common people and "Akatonbo"（1914～1918(大正3年～大正7年)庶民の暮らしと「赤とんぼ」）”, shows how Japanese people lived during the Taisho era. The photo was taken by the American salesman, Elstner Hilton. The song used in the video is "Akatombo," a famous Japanese nursery rhyme written by Miki Rofu, and composed by Kosaku Yamada. Before the war and during the First World War, the photographic techniques were not very well developed, so these photos are quite invaluable. Please enjoy the life of Japanese people that has been passed down to the present day through about 2.5 minutes of video. What Was the Taisho Period Like? Source :YouTube screenshot The Taisho era was about 100 years ago, during the reign of Emperor Taisho from July 30, 1912 to December 25, 1926. During this period in Japan, after the Meiji Restoration, "Taisho democracy" aimed for the development of democracy. Also, World War I occurred during the Taisho era. The Taisho era is a short period of only 15 years, but it is also an indispensable period for talking about modern Japanese history. The Clothes, Food, and Lifestyles of the Common People in the Taisho Era Source :YouTube screenshot Clothes fashion appeared in the Taisho era, but many people still wore kimonos. At 1:16 in the video, a woman washing a kimono in the river is also shown. As you can see in the pictures, men usually have short hair and women generally have one hairstyle. At 0:28 in the video, there is also a figure of an easy-going fortune-teller on the roadside. At 0:35, a man knitting a basket of traditional handicrafts is photographed, and at 0:44, traditional Japanese daruma making is shot. In addition, the video features a series of photographs that show how people lived in Japan at the time. The hearth shown at 1:08 in the video, was indispensable for the lives and meals of the common people, and helped them survive the harsh winters. Also introduced at 1:56 is a performing arts culture called monkey loops. It was a recreation among ordinary people at the time without TV and internet. Summary of the Life of the Common People in the Taisho Era Source :YouTube screenshot This time, we introduced a video showing photos of life in the Taisho era. You can see how the common people lived at the time from the precious photographs. Many smiling people appear in the photos. In the Taisho era, a war broke out and forced many people into poverty, but even still, their hearts remained rich.