"もったいない" What a Waste!
The idea of "mottainai" is deeply ingrained in Japanese culture, and reflects the belief that resources should be valued and waste avoided. At Shotengai, we strive to uphold this ethos by promoting sustainable products and minimizing waste wherever possible.
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Japanese Arts (V): Kyogen
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Kyogen is one of the classical forms of theatre in Japan. It is a comic relief between serious Noh plays. Kyogen plays are very short, with few costumes and props. They are normally played by 2-3 actors. Though they aim at amusing the audience, there is also Kyogen telling sad stories.
Japanese Arts(III): Manzai
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Manzai is a Japanese comedy acted by a duo. It's a stand-up comedy in which the two comedians (sometimes it will be a three) joke with each other at a high speed. The two comedians have fixed characters: a funny guy and a fool. Compared with Rakugo, Manzai is "more modern" because of its costumes and scenery.
