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: Satomi ICHIKAWA

[日本語版は下にあります] Was mit dem Älterwerden oft als gewöhnlich empfunden wird, wirkt durch den Blick eines Kindes geradezu magisch. So ist es auch für Hana, die im Supermarkt eine Tomatenpflanze entdeckt, die bei ihr ein neues Zu Hause findet. Sie hegt und pflegt die Pflanze und wird so zu einer richtigen kleinen Gärtnerin. Nach einer kurzen … Continue reading Guest in Focus: Satomi ICHIKAWA

Guest in Focus: Mitsune

© Mitsune Photo Shari Marks Mitsune is a Japanese folk band from Berlin with three female tsugaru shamisen players accompanied by percussion and bass. Between tradition and avant-garde, they play an exciting mix of newly interpreted Japanese folk songs and their own compositions with influences from blues, jazz, rock and film music. In 2022 Mitsune … Continue reading Guest in Focus: Mitsune

Nippon Connection 2022- The Daily Highlights (May 28th)

*Title picture from special premiere, Unlock Your Heart* It's getting a bit cooler today, so this just might be the perfect time to come indoors and check out what is on offer for the festival's biggest day. Special Events/Workshops: Dream Job Mangaka?! Two manga artists, Christina Plaka and Katharina Sato, will offer insights into their … Continue reading Nippon Connection 2022- The Daily Highlights (May 28th)