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Tuesday, June 12, 2007

Old is new again in Japan

Tokyo - Folk music is rad, and kimono fashions have been rediscovered as a new trend for some young Japanese who are reviving the traditions of their country. Some call it a product of petit nationalism, but those who are creating the blend of modern and traditional arts and music just think it's hip.

The young trend-setters are eager to revive and sustain traditional culture, but their twist on it has drawn consternation by artists of the older generation.

Japanese college students mob the streets of trend-setting Omotesando Hills in Tokyo to show off their nouveau kimonos and listen to young samisen players push the boundaries of the traditional string instruments by strumming rock 'n' roll. read on.......

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