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2024.09

The Japanese view of gold changed by the introduction of Buddhism Sawada Toko　’Bisso no Nippon: The history of dressing up’

Dressing up and adorning oneself with sparkling jewellery. There lies the human desire to be beautiful and to add colour to one's life. In our series 'Bisso (美装) no Nippon: The History of dressing up', writer Sawada Toko traces the history of various ornaments and jewellery, and explores the mysteries behind the act of dressing up.

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Sawada Toko

2024.09

Weaving, weaving, weaving and devouring in the land of longing for tsumugi! Kimono trip by Ranno Hana【Yuuki, ed.】

Hello! My name is Ranno Hana (蘭乃はな). A friend of mine from Yuuki (結城) City told me that Yuuki tsumugi (結城紬) is registered as a UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage! That's why without hesitation, I went to Yuuki City in Ibaraki Prefecture for the first time!

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Ranno Hana

2024.09

What is the Tenkyo-kaku in Inawashiro? Experience a dress fitting in a Meiji-style building that has also been used as a filming location

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宇野なおみ

2024.09

A carver from the Bakumatsu period who was loved by the gods. Visit the works of Ishikawa Uncho, which will blow you away

Uonuma (魚沼) City, Niigata (新潟) Prefecture. Few people know that in a town nestled in the mountains of the famous Hakkaisan (八海山), there once existed a master carver of almost divine skill. His name was Ishikawa Uncho (石川雲蝶). He was a carver and pagoda carpenter who lived from the end of the Edo period to the Meiji era. His works can still be seen in temples and other buildings in the city, and people of later times came to refer to him as "Michelangelo of Echigo (越後)". We visited some of his works that remain today.

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2024.09

Happiness that will melt your body and soul. Take the best boat trip on the ‘guntû’ from Onomichi, Hiroshima Prefecture!

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2024.08

Places to visit when touring Okayama and Kurashiki. City walking guide

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2024.08

10 of the cutest must see Jomon clay figurines – that also have an edge

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2024.08

Quiz! What is the origin of the name ‘Saitama’ prefecture?

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あきみず

2024.08

Do you know the correct route to Izumo Taisha, the god of love and marriage? Your complete guide to walking around the shrine grounds and precincts!

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2024.08

Select shop ‘objects’ in Matsue city, Shimane, a vessel lovers paradise for handicrafts

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2024.08

Takemoto Oritayu VI talks to us about what makes Sujoururi (素浄瑠璃) special [Practice of Bunraku: season by season]

This is a series of articles by Tayu Takemoto Oritayu (竹本織太夫) on the charm of Bunraku (文楽), a traditional performing art born in Osaka. This time we spoke to Oritayu in Nakanoshima (中之島), a place with which he is very familiar. The river and greenery make it a relaxing place, an oasis in the city.

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Takemoto Oritayu

2024.08

Studying in the USA at the age of six and questions surrounding her early marriage. The life and achievements of Tsuda Umeko

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山見美穂子

2024.08

Which tiger is your favourite, a cute tiger or a cool tiger? The results of the ‘General Tiger Election’ are announced!

The tiger is a wild animal that is popularly used as a motif in art. In Japan, the white tiger in the mural paintings of the Takamatsuzuka kofun (髙松塚古墳) and other paintings depicting fortune on the battle field and power have been favoured by warlords and feudal lords.

We are focusing in on these tiger paintings and have held a popularity contest on the Waraku web Instagram, where we received a lot of votes and comments! We've published this article for you so you can see the results for yourself!

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お鶴さん

2024.08

A love of clothes, but no interest in fashion [Takemoto Oritayu VI: The philosophy behind dressing in style]

The tayu (太夫) of bunraku is impressive in kataginu (肩衣) and hakama (袴). Many audiences book seats closest to the Tayu and shamisen, just to get the best view of the classy Takemoto Oritayu. Oritayu is also known to be stylish in his everyday clothes, which are different from his stage costumes!　This time, we looked at his outfit when he attended the 'Ceremonial grave visit for Toyotake Wakatayu (豊竹若太夫) I and prayers for the success of his performances' held at Honkyoji (本経寺) Temple near the National Bunraku Theatre.

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Takemoto Oritayu

2024.07

Inheriting your master’s legacy and preserving the art of Takemoto Oritayu VI [Practice of Bunraku: season by season]

Have you ever seen Bunraku (文楽)?　Bunraku is a traditional performing art born in Osaka. Bunraku is a puppet show, unique in the world, in which three puppeteers manipulate a single puppet and the tayu performer (太夫) tells the story with shamisen (三味線) accompaniment. When you step onto the stage, you are surprised by the dynamic and delicate expressions. However, those unfamiliar with Bunraku may have the impression that it is difficult to understand. We have therefore decided to start a series of articles, 'Practice of Bunraku: season by season', to explain the charms of Bunraku, with Takemoto Oritayu (竹本織太夫) VI, an active tayu performer, as our guide. In the first installment, we asked him about his journey until now.

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Takemoto Oritayu

2024.07

The soft and fluffy skin and the red bean paste are exquisite! Kanda ‘Takemura’’s deep-fried manjuu

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2024.07

When was the Yayoi period? Beginners guide to its history and culture part 2

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2024.07

Kyoto’s hanami bento is the eye-catching ‘kyo-zushi’!

The elegance and taste that makes you say "wow, it's beautiful". A Kyoto-like atmosphere that will make you feel excited whether you pop in on your way home, or you enjoy it at home. 'Kyo-zushi (京寿司)' was the first restaurant to satisfy these ideal conditions.

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