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Japanese Entertainment. 芸脳. By: Brett and Michael. ブレットとマイケル. A Geisha’s job is to entertain a customer, whether it involves communication, dancing, singing, serving, or performing an instrument. Geisha. 芸者.
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Japanese Entertainment 芸脳 By: Brett and Michael ブレットとマイケル
A Geisha’s job is to entertain a customer, whether it involves communication, dancing, singing, serving, or performing an instrument. Geisha 芸者 The word consists of two kanji, 芸 (gei) meaning “art”, and 者 (sha) meaning “person” or “doer”. Traditional Makeup
Maiko まいこ Young woman varying between the ages of 15 to 20. Maiko are known as ‘apprentice’ Geisha until they come of age and are accepted as a fully fledged Geisha in the community.
Video Games The most popular Video Game companies in the world originated from Japan, including Sony and Nintendo. Handheld Arcade ビデオゲーム Console
Animation/Manga アニメーション/マんが Olden day Animation Japanese filmmakers experimented with animation techniques originating from France, Germany, the United States, and Russia. There are many distinct different art styles. Modern
Japanese Music 音楽 おんがく The word for Japanese music is 音楽 (ongaku), 音 “on” meaning “sound” and 楽 “gaku” meaning “comfort” or “fun”. Just behind the United States, Japan holds the second largest music market in the world. Genres vary under the categories traditional and modern. Modern
Traditional Music One of the oldest form of traditional music is known as Shomyo, literally Buddhist chanting. Another form of traditional is Gagaku, which was classical music performed at the imperial court.
Modern Music The early arrival of Western Music brought many new genres to Japan. Some of the most popular styles of music today include J-pop, rock, punk rock or alternative, and heavy metal, which mimic the American versions.
Popular Music Groups V6 Glay Speed
テレビ Japanese Television One of the most popular types of TV shows are game shows. Different than American game shows, Japanese test the strength of your body, and mind. Japanese drama is also quite a popular genre.
Check out this game show! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aKRQQUVPJJE