Tag Archives: JAPAN

VISIONARY MASTERPIECES, AT THE EDGE OF THE WORLD – Chimako Tada, a sweetly flexible and beautiful language

Write on the outskirts of life, in relative isolation. Author of over 15 poetry books, Chimako Tada https://poets.org/poet/tada-chimako was a poet famous for her surreal style. She translated prose and poetry from French, documenting with words the female experience in the period following the end of the Second World War. Her Japanese translation of Yourcenar’s Memoires d’Hadrien was publish with …

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FEELINGS, WORLD VISIONS AND MANGA – Hiromu Arakawa, a consistent and unpretentious style

A manga for entertainment, away from sadness Born in 1973 in Makubetsu, on a May day, she grew up on the family farm, dreaming of becoming a comic book author from an early age. In the presentation of her albums, Hiromu Arakawa – who has been the mother of a child since 2007 – has the habit of drawing herself …

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WHERE YOU CAN FALL 7 TIMES, RAISING 8 – Getting to know Japan, among courteous friends

Cherry blossoms and warrior men In their country, a flower represents the fragility and beauty of life. In Japanese culture, the meaning of the cherry blossom tree dates back to ancient times. As you begin your trip to Japan https://www.japan.travel/en/, it is advisable never to forget, under any circumstances, that life can be wonderfully beautiful, but also short. Also into …

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WHERE PEOPLE’S SELF-EXPRESSION KNOWS NO BOUNDARIES – Between Saga and Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka, with the taste of maple leaves fried in the mouth

Between history, religion, museums and its creative living souls Japan is https://www.japan-guide.com/e/e623.html a country that arouses admiration from people who are attracted by culture and a tradition that is not composed only of samurai or cartoons. When you arrive you will not be able to do everything, but some possibilities on the activities to do can be inspired by five …

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IF PRAIRIE GIRL MEETS TWENTIES FLAPPER – Michiko Koshino: A designer that has also ventured into product design, over the years

When inspiration come from urban streets and dance club environments A walk along the road to the Minoo National Park is an easy way to escape the suburban sprawl. Do not pass up an opportunity, because you too can eat one of its fried maple leaf sold by vendors on the side of the road. From world famous cuisine to …

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SELF-CONSCIOUSNESS AND ALIENATION OF A GIRL – Risa Wataya: The youngest-ever recipient of Japan’s most prestigious literary award

When a novel depict a troubled girl’s experience with the erotic world of adults Here you will admire the most beautiful gardens in Japan. Moving around its streets, you will find a huge mix of places to eat (from haute cuisine to hole-in-the-wall dumplings). Make the most of your trip to Kyoto, entering a Ryokan, traditional Japanese inns, a quintessential …

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I SUPPOSE I AM THE ONE RESPONSIBLE FOR DESTROYING MYSELF – Natsuo Kirino: To be afraid of the creatures who masqueraded as people.

In spite of writing in stories in the genre, she does not like mysteries. When you approach the traditional hanami custom (look at the cherry blossoms), find a green area to go to, perhaps reading a novel by Natsuo Kirino. On the picturesque area of Tokyo Bay, the Sarue Onshi Park awaits you https://en.japantravel.com/tokyo/sarue-onshi-park/26328, perfect in spring to admire the …

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THE SCREAMING PHILOSOPHER – Kazuki Tomokawa: The prolific folk singer, songwriter, poet, essayist, actor and artist.

The romance of the vagabond musician, in an age where we have forgotten how to live. Perfect location and perfect size. No wonder about this underground experimental music legend, where in 2019 Kasuki Tomokawa experienced his musical creativity. Come out of JR Koenji station north exit and turn left. Ahead you will see a McDonalds on the corner of a …

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ART BEAT – Takeshi Kitano: Kid of painting or painter’s kid.

Innovative strength of the way of making art. Perhaps you too have visited various museums. This is an art museum, and you would suggest to people who like painting. It is located in the park of the Hanabata Ranch. The memory of your visit will be very lasting by observing the boundaries between figurative and abstract paintings. The Takeshi Kitano …

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WESTERN PRECEPTS AND BASICS OF PLEN-AIR PAINTING – Kuroda Seiki

Western-style movement in early 20th-century Japanese painting. In Japan, when the father of modern Western-style painting died in 1924, he bequeathed a portion of his estate, for the furtherment of art. In 1928, with this bequest was formed the Kuroda Memorial Hall. In recognition of his artistic achievements, exhibits of Oil paintings, sketches and similar works donated by his family …

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