Sketch of Japan （スケッチオブジャパン）

22/04/2022

～TAISYUU-ENGEKI～（大衆演芸）
日本の伝統芸能の一つ　
One of the traditional performing arts of Japan

芝居、舞踊や歌謡ショー
Plays, dances and song shows

この劇団は若い女性が中心
This theater company is a young woman

コミカルな男役を演じる女性が、舞踊では妖艶な姿に変わる
A woman who plays the role of a comical man turns into a bewitching figure in dance

贔屓の役者にご祝儀を渡すのも客の楽しみ
It is also the pleasure of the customer to give a congratulatory gift to the actor of the favor

伝統芸能の1つでもある大衆演芸の団体を紹介します！
ぜひご覧ください！

08/01/2022

#日本 #日本文化 #日本の絶景 #日本の風景 Happy New Year!
We will introduce the charm of Japan a lot this year!

03/12/2021

Kinkakuji is a World Heritage Site in Kyoto, Japan. It shines golden because it is covered with gold leaf. A very beautiful building attracts many tourists.

金色に輝く世界遺産、金閣寺を紹介します。
秋の金閣寺はとても美しいです。

09/09/2021

Wagashi is a Japanese sweet. It expresses various scenery in Japan. So, Japanese people can feel the change of season from wagashi. We will introduce you to the autumn wagashi.

すっかり秋めいてきましたが、今回は秋を感じる和菓子を紹介します。お菓子で季節を感じることができるのも日本ならでわ。
職人技と一緒に、秋を感じてください！

06/09/2021

We will introduce Nambayasaka Shrine in Osaka! This shrine has a huge lion hall. It is a lion hall built for local residents who love lion dance. See the very unique Lion Hall!

大阪にある難波八坂神社。巨大な獅子殿が有名です。この町には獅子舞芸能が根付いており、獅子を愛する人々のために獅子殿を建立したそうです。観光客にも人気の獅子殿。
コロナも獅子に吹き飛ばしてもらいたいですね。

03/09/2021

'Since 2017, Tokyo Zokei University has been conducting a class called the Spedagi Bamboo Run Bike Project in collaboration with Spedagi Japan. Spedagi started its activities in 2012 based in Temanggung, Central Java, Indonesia. This bamboo run bike is designed and made using "Tama wood" and "bamboo", and in collaboration with various traditional crafts, NPO corporations, and companies that are also made in Hachioji. Enjoy a fun and beautifully designed bike!'

今回は東京造形大学の素敵なプロジェクト！を紹介します。地元の竹を活用した自転車造り。日本ならではのアート作品をご覧ください！

21/08/2021

This is a report of "Complete Mahabharata" which was previewed at the Indian Embassy on July 20th. The performance was an edited version that was compiled in one hour, but you can feel the breath of "Complete Mahabharata".
Do not miss it!

20/08/2021

Shimanto River, one of the three major clear streams in Japan. The view of the bridge "Chinkakyo" without parapets is very beautiful! Therefore, it is a famous tourist destination in Japan. And the famous Shimanto River is eel! Eels grown in a beautiful river are very delicious.

夏も折り返しに入りましたが、今回は夏に行きたいスポット！四万十川を紹介します。四万十川と言えば、沈下橋。
そして鰻！
ぜひご覧ください！

日本語版はYouTubeで紹介しています！
https://youtu.be/nWUf4PxIT9A

17/08/2021

Kyoto's Soul Food! Yudofu!
Kyoto is a town where many monks practice. That's why the food culture of monks is kyoto's soul food. Instead of eating meat, monks take protein in tofu. You can taste various tofu dishes in Kyoto. Among them, Yudofu is very delicious!

京都の湯豆腐を紹介します！京都と言えば豆腐料理！中でも嵐山の湯豆腐 嵯峨野は絶品です。
ぜひご覧ください！

15/08/2021

A small fishing village facing the sea in Ehime. The village is called Ishigaki no Sato. The houses are surrounded by stone walls, and the entire village is like a fortress. You can feel the Ishigaki culture.

愛媛県にある石垣の里外泊を紹介します。
西海半島に位置する小さな漁村。
知られざる絶景をご覧ください！

日本語版はYouTubeで紹介しています。
https://youtu.be/uw1U5-J2vRg

10/08/2021

It is a concert by Totaka OKAMOTO, who sang at the closing ceremony of the Olympic Games, and H.E.DEMON KAKKA, one of Japan's leading rock singers.
We planned to film their concert in May and broadcast the video to the world.
However, it was canceled because of the coronavirus.
Instead, we were able to edit and publish the state of another concert.
Listen to the beautiful singing voice!

オリンピックの閉会式で歌唱した岡本知高と日本を代表するロックシンガーデーモン閣下による劇的コンサート
「悪魔の森の音楽会」のダイジェスト映像をお届けします。
私たちは、今年の５月に町田市民ホールでのコンサートを収録し配信する予定でした。
しかし、コロナウィルスの影響で中止に。代わりに、品川区のきゅりあんで開催されたコンサートの映像を編集し公開するチャンスを頂きました。
この機会に、美しい歌声をお聞きください！

AKUMA NO MORI NO ONGAKUKAIデーモン閣下＆岡本知高の劇的コンサート ～悪魔の森の音楽会Machida cultural and International Exchange Foundation一般財団法人町田市文化・国際交流財団　2021.5.1Machida Citizen's Hal...

06/08/2021

In Enoshima, lanterns are decorated only in summer. The light is very fantastic. This video was shot last year. The Olympics are also being held this year. Let's go to Enoshima!

夏限定！江ノ島灯籠の様子をお知らせします。
動画は昨年、撮影した灯籠ですが、今年もコロナに負けずに開催しています。オリンピックの舞台でもある江ノ島！夏限定の幻想的な光の祭典をご覧ください！

29/05/2021

The oldest Sakura in the world is located in Yamanashi prefecture.
The name "Yamataka Jindai Sakura" is loved by many Japanese people. The age of the tree is 2000 years. Its trunk is thick and strong.
Please watch it!

山梨県の山高神代桜を紹介します。
世界最古の桜とも呼ばれる、山高神代桜は樹齢２０００年とも言われています。
毎年見事に咲誇る姿は必見です！

＃山高神代桜

26/05/2021

I'm sorry for all non-Japanese people!
This video is in Japanese only.
Because it is very difficult to translate into English.
In this video, a person who experienced the war talks about his memory at that time.
It is difficult for us to translate all of the person's emotions and thoughts into correct English. However, it is a video that leaves an important memory.
We would like to continue to cover the history that Japanese people should not forget.

第二次世界大戦中の1945年5月24日　
この日は現在の品川区、大田区、目黒区、世田谷区などにあたる、城南地区が激しい空襲に襲われた日です。

当時の記憶を、記録誌と体験者の講話で振り返ります。
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Sketch of Japanでは、語り手が少なくなる中で、一人でも多くの戦争体験者の証言を残すプロジェクトを行っております。

あなたの声をお寄せください。 　[email protected]

17/05/2021

Many wild birds spend the winter in Izunuma, Miyagi Prefecture.
At this place, you can observe 90% of the birds flying to Japan.
It is one of the leading bird watching spots in Japan.
The recommended time is before sunrise!
It's cold on winter mornings, but if you go to the swamp at that time, you can see beautiful scenery. At sunrise, the birds fly all at once in search of food. Its appearance is breathtakingly beautiful.

今日からNHKの朝ドラで宮城県登米市が舞台になりました！
登米市？ご存じない方もいらっしゃると思うので、SOJとっておきの登米市の映像をご紹介します！
登米市にある伊豆沼はラムサール条約にも登録されている湿地！
日本を訪れる野鳥の9割を観測することができる、知られざるスポットです。
特に冬の早朝は、マガンの羽ばたきを見ることができるのでオススメ。絶景映像をご覧ください！

16/05/2021

Atami is one of Japan's most famous tourist destinations.
Atami is one of Japan's most famous tourist destinations.
Atami has long been known as a hot spring town, but now it is popular with Young Japanese as a sweets town.
Atami has long been known as a hot spring town, but now it is popular with Young Japanese as a sweets town.
We will introduce cute and delicious Atami sweets!

温泉の町として知られている熱海！
今、若者に人気のスイーツの町に様変わり。昔ながらの温泉まんじゅうはもちろん、他にも可愛くて美味しいスイーツがたくさんあります。
熱海スイーツを紹介します！

07/04/2021

Along the Sagami River in Minami-ku, Sagamihara, Kanagawa Prefecture, there is the "Moss phlox Line," which is the longest in Japan with a length of 1.4km.
The embankment was completed by local residents by planting it little by little from 2002.
The best time to see is in early April every year.
Along with Moss phlox, this is also a famous place for cherry blossom trees.
It is about a 15-minute walk from Sobudaish*ta Station on the JR Sagami Line.
Please experience the Moss phlox that continues even if you walk!

31/03/2021

Due to the influence of the coronavirus, we will not be able to see sakura this year. That's why we put together a video of sakura.
Please enjoy sakura viewing online!

今年もまだまだコロナウィルスの影響でお花見ができません。
そこで、今年もオンラインでお花見ができるように桜の動画をまとめました！

ぜひ、お楽しみください♪

28/03/2021

Ten years ago, Tohoku was severely damaged by the Great East Japan Earthquake. Many died and many were hurt. Ten years have passed since that day. Tohoku is gradually recovering. We interviewed people heading for reconstruction.

東日本大震災から１０年。
震災で大きな被害を受けた福島、宮城、岩手の東北３県の今を取材しました。まだまだ元の姿とはいえませんが、少しずつ、一歩ずつ、着実に復興に向かっています。
ぜひ、ご覧ください。

今回はダイジェストですが、一つ一つの物語も今後アップする予定です。

07/03/2021

Goshuin is a stamp received as a proof of visiting a shrine. Ordinary shrines are stamped, but there are shrines that write artistic goshins. Goshuin written in manga technique is a must-see!

御朱印は神社仏閣を参拝した証として、寺社から受ける印影。
普通はスタンプを押したり、文字を書いてくれるのですが、愛知県の津島「牛玉山 観音寺」の副住職さんが描く御朱印がとにかくすごい！
ご覧ください！

05/03/2021

Kawazu Sakura, which starts in early February, is popular with Japanese people. Many people take a walk along the river every year. And the scenery is very beautiful. Please come and visit Kawazu Town, which is famous for its hot springs.

早咲きの河津桜。大きな花びらと濃いピンク。
川沿いの散策はとっても気持ちが良いです。
町をピンクに染める桜の景色をご覧ください！

25/02/2021

Sushi is popular for Japanese food. Introducing the skills of sushi chefs with a slow camera. It takes years of training to become a sushi chef, but even an amateur can learn how to make sushi. Let's try it!

握り寿司の握り方を紹介します。
職人になるには何年もかかりますが、自分で楽しむために握り方を覚えてお寿司づくりにチャレンジしてみてください！

映像はNHKのクリエイティブライブラリーより使わせて頂いています。

23/02/2021

At Enkoji Temple in Kyoto, there is a Jizo who will be happy if you meet. Jizo, who is hiding in the autumn leaves, is very cute. Enkoji Temple is known as a famous spot for autumn leaves. Autumn is very beautiful. Let's go Kyoto!

出会えたらhappy！？京都圓光寺の可愛いお地蔵さんを紹介します。
紅葉寺として知られている圓光寺。秋はとっても美しいですが、それ以外のシーズンもオススメです！

16/02/2021

Nishiki Tenmangu Shrine in Kyoto. It is a small shrine in the shopping district. It's a very eccentric shrine. For worshipers and fortune-telling, use robots. You can see the technique of Japanese Karakuri dolls here.

京都にある錦天満宮を紹介！
商店街の中にある小さな神社。なんと、鳥居がビルにつきささっています！変わっているのはそれだけではありません！
お参りもおみくじも、からくり人形方式！
とってもユニークな神社をご覧ください！

14/02/2021

Introducing soul food from all over Japan! The first is Torafugu, a soul food from Yamaguchi Prefecture.
The thin construction of tiger puffer cooked by craftsmen is an art!

日本各地のご当地グルメを紹介！
第一弾は、山口県の「トラフグ！」薄造りは職人技！芸術です！

※映像はNHKのクリエイティブライブラリーより使用させて頂いております。

12/02/2021

Kagoshima Airport is known as the gateway to remote islands, but you will be surprised when you visit it!
You can see the footbath in your eyes before entering the airport.
Here, you can feel free to try Kagoshima's natural hot springs for free.
The airport is fully equipped with souvenir shops as well as izakaya.
Don't miss the "Aviation Exhibition Hall SORA STAGE", which you can visit for free.
From the world's first manned aircraft to the aircraft currently in service, model planes of world-famous aircraft are on display.
You can also get a closer look at the parts and wings of a full-scale engine that you rarely have the chance to touch.
For 100 yen, you can also experience takeoff and landing with a flight simulator.

知る人ぞ知る、楽しい空港。鹿児島空港を紹介します！
離島への乗り換えに使われるため、空港内で時間がつぶせるスポットがもりだくさん！
ぜひご覧ください！

06/02/2021

Harborland is a must-visit area when you come to Kobe sightseeing, where you can find the photogenic landmarks that represent Kobe, such as the Kobe Port Tower, which stands gracefully on the jetty.
From the observation deck of Kobe Port Tower, you can get a panoramic view of Kobe from the sea to the mountains!
Don't forget the "BE KOBE" monument along the quay!

神戸を代表するランドマークタワー、神戸ポート・タワーを紹介します！

02/02/2021

Tokunoshima, one of the Amami Islands, about 400km south of Kagoshima, is located between Yoron Island and Amami Oshima in Okinawa Prefecture.
Surrounded by the beautiful sea, it is not only ideal for sightseeing as a place rich in nature, but also an island that has been selected as a candidate site for World Natural Heritage.
It is also called the island of longevity, probably because it is blessed with nutritious foods such as sugar cane and brown sugar.
It takes about 1 hour from Kagoshima Airport to Tokunoshima Airport and 30 minutes from Amami Airport, but you can't really play on a day trip, so be sure to secure an inn!

美しき離島徳之島を紹介します。
鹿児島から約４００キロ。美しい自然が豊富に残っていて、世界自然遺産の候補地にもなった場所です。
理想の桃源郷ともいえる、徳之島の美しい景色をご覧ください！

30/01/2021

Miso is indispensable for Japanese food. Miso made by fermenting soybeans is made on cold winter days. Let's try making miso during the winter!

日本食に欠かせない味噌は寒仕込みが基本。
寒い時期に作ります。
ぜひ挑戦してみてください！

28/01/2021

Sagicho, Oiso Town, held in January, is a traditional Japanese fire festival. In Japan, it is customary to bake New Year's decorations at the beginning of the New Year. In some areas, this fire festival is called "Dondoyaki". Please see the traditional Japanese customs.

毎年1月に行われる大磯町の左義長を紹介します。
正月飾りを燃やす1月の恒例行事。地域によっては『どんど焼き』とも呼びますが、大磯では左義長と呼んでいます。
ぜひ、ご覧ください。