Feature Story – Somewhere in the world today

Every day, somebody, somewhere on the planet, is acting as a bridge between Japan and the world. We bring you stories direct from artists and researchers working on location around the globe, who share their various experiences, ranging from sketches of street life, to profiles of people encountered on the job.

2012.1. 1

I Visited China and Mongolia to Talk about Manga--Yoshiaki Iwami

Manga on a manga lecture tour in China and Mongolia

2011.11.15

Risa Wataya's Lecture Tour of Germany and Italy

"And so my ten-day tour of Cologne, Berlin, Hamburg and Rome began." Risa Wataya's report on her lecture tour of Germany and Italy.

2011.11.15

A Spiritual Rebirth: Haguro Yamabushi Introduce Shojin-style Cuisine in Europe

The sounds of conch shells resonated through the streets of Paris and Budapest. Blowing the shells were Haguro yamabushi, mountain ascetics who normally reside at the foot of Dewa Sanzan in northeastern Japan. A report on an 11-day tour in Europe to introduce shojin ryori.

2011.9. 1

Brazil: Plastic Food Samples--Manufacturing as Ultimate Craftsmanship

In the Introduction of Japanese Culture Program, the Culture and Society Section carries out various activities covering a wide range of themes to introduce Japanese culture to people abroad. This year, "Plastic Food Samples"was added to the new menu.

2011.7.15