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Matsuri (祭) - Higashi Rinkan

8/4/2014

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東林間サマーわぁ!ニバル

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          We are currently at the peak of festivals/matsuri in Japan. It's summer time, weather hitting the 35 C, humidity of 80% but this doesn't stop the Japanese from having a great time by showing their skills in traditional dances. You listen from miles away the chants and the sound of taiko (Japanese drum). Like if they were calling you. As you get closer, you realize something great is about to start.  You see people wearing traditional Japanese clothing, following the rhythm of the taiko. 

I had the opportunity to experience yet another beautiful festival. This time in Higashi Rinkan. There were different groups from different sectors in Sagamihara, showing us what they've been practicing for a long time.



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Matsuri (祭) - Sagamihara

8/3/2014

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After several months in Japan, I haven't had the chance to experience much of Tokyo.

I'm currently working in of my favorite parts of the city, Sangen Jaya. However, last weekend I had the opportunity to experience a local matsuri near my place in Chuo Rinkan, located in the city of Yamato, Kanagawa prefecture.

Matsuri (祭) is the Japanese word for festival. In Japan, festivals are usually sponsored by local temples. It is also a way to show appreciation to the local deities who always bless the people. Also, matsuri is done for a good chance to revive our souls once a year or so in excitement away from our routine life. It brings you back to life. Listening to the taiko, and everyone enjoying their time in harmony.

Beautiful way to say thank you.

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Meine Meinung, a new type of music…?

7/23/2013

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As social media increases, our chances to expose our work gets easier. This doesn’t mean they are good at it or have the talent to continue torturing others. Today’s generation prefers things that are not “mainstream.” In other words, a rest from all the dissatisfaction we get from the “real” world. It is understandable though, that they are inclined to watch people failing or people getting hurt type of videos because this is a constant reminder that there are worse situations out there. However, A few weeks ago as I was surfing the web I came across an amazing band, Meine Meinung.  

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