The end of our blog / Das Ende unseres Blogs

Dear Nippon Connection Fans, It is with a heavy heart that we have to announce the end of our festival blog. But don’t worry! You can still follow our updates on social media or on our website. More importantly, our festival itself will, of course, continue as always. Stay tuned for an exciting new chapter … Continue reading The end of our blog / Das Ende unseres Blogs

Guest in Focus: Yuriko MIYOSHI

[日本語版は下にあります] Bei der traditionellen japanischen Drucktechnik Mokuhanga verschmelzen die Kunstformen Holzschnitzkunst und Farbdruck. In einem zweitägigen Workshop zeigte die renommierte Künstlerin Yuriko MIYOSHI Festivalbesucher*innen, wie sie eine eigene Druckplatte schnitzen und damit Bilder auf japanischem Washi-Papier drucken können. Beim Holzdruck-Workshop für Kids wurden klassische Motiven wie eine Kirschblüte, der Berg Fuji, ein Hase oder Yokai-Monster … Continue reading Guest in Focus: Yuriko MIYOSHI

Nippon Connection 2023- The Daily Highlights (June 11th)

Festivals come and festivals go, but movies last forever, unless they are not properly protected and can be deleted from existence by soulless ghouls in suits (fight for film preservation!). At Nippon Connection, at least, we still have a few movies and events left that aren't sold out! Special Events: Panel Discussion: Between Extinction and … Continue reading Nippon Connection 2023- The Daily Highlights (June 11th)

Nippon Connection 2023- The Daily Highlights (June 10th)

We know, we know- it's hot outside. But guess what? The main theater in Mousonturm has AIR CONDITIONING. And not everything is sold out, so now is your chance! Special Events: Nippon Open Air: Takuro OKADA A unique show that will use the cello to present classic Japanese folk music. Nippon Live: Yodeler Takeo ISCHI … Continue reading Nippon Connection 2023- The Daily Highlights (June 10th)

Nippon Connection 2023- The Daily Highlights (June 9th)

It's just about the weekend, and there are still loads of program offerings here at Nippon! Whether you took the bridge day or not, here are some things worth checking out, either during the day, or after work! Special Events: Performance: Okinawan Lion Dance The International Theater will host a performance of Shishimai, traditional Okinawan … Continue reading Nippon Connection 2023- The Daily Highlights (June 9th)

Nippon Connection 2023- The Daily Highlights (June 8th)

Come one, come all, Nippon Connection 2023 is in full swing! Here are the highlights on Day 3. It’s a holiday, so no excuse! Come on down! Special Events: Lecture: Japan – Between Big Cities and Natural Paradise This free lecture will offer tips and ideas for your next big trip to Japan. The lecture … Continue reading Nippon Connection 2023- The Daily Highlights (June 8th)

Nippon Connection 2023- The Daily Highlights (June 7th)

It's sunny and hot, so why not come down to Mousonturm to relax in a cool movie theater? Our festival is back for day two with the following events to offer: Special Events: Theater of the World 2023 This free presentation from Theater der Welt will offer video presentations of their festivals. Presentation will be … Continue reading Nippon Connection 2023- The Daily Highlights (June 7th)

Nippon Connection 2023- The Daily Highlights (June 6th)

Every time I return to the Mousonturm, it feels like both forever and no time at all since I last left. So it goes at Nippon Connection, the premiere European festival for Japanese films. We are back for a 23rd round, and here are tonight's opening festivities. Special Events: Presentation- Japanese „America,“ American Japan? Dr. … Continue reading Nippon Connection 2023- The Daily Highlights (June 6th)

Guest in Focus: Kah Wai LIM

YOUR LOVELY SMILE director Kah Wai LIM In the 2023 edition of the Nippon Connection Film Festival’s NIPPON VISIONS section, we are presenting Kah Wai LIM's film YOUR LOVELY SMILE. Kah Wai LIM, born in Kuala Lumpur in 1973, graduated in electrical engineering and worked as a network engineer in Tokyo for six years. He … Continue reading Guest in Focus: Kah Wai LIM

Guest in Focus: Daniel LÓPEZ

UMUI – GUARDIANS OF TRADITIONS director Daniel LÓPEZ In the 2023 edition of the Nippon Connection Film Festival’s NIPPON DOCS section, we are presenting Daniel LÓPEZ' film UMUI – GUARDIANS OF TRADITIONS. Daniel López was born in Switzerland in 1970 and moved to Okinawa in 2003. In 2010, he graduated from the University of Arts in … Continue reading Guest in Focus: Daniel LÓPEZ