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SUMMARY:Naginata Demonstration
DESCRIPTION:MTC: Polsky Theatre\nNaginata Demonstration\nTora Lawson\, Tosa No Shugyo Dojo\nExperience the art of the naginata (薙刀)\, one of Japan’s most distinctive traditional weapons. The naginata is a long polearm fitted with a curved blade\, combining the reach of a spear with the cutting ability of a sword.\nUsed by Japan’s warrior class for centuries\, the naginata was an effective battlefield weapon capable of sweeping cuts\, thrusts\, and strikes from a distance. Over time\, naginata training also became particularly associated with women of the samurai class\, who practiced the weapon as part of the martial traditions of warrior households. \nTora Lawson and members of Tosa No Shugyo Dojo will demonstrate the movement\, technique\, and discipline involved in wielding this formidable traditional Japanese weapon.
URL:https://www.kcjapanfestival.org/event/naginata-demonstration/
LOCATION:MTC: Polsky Theatre
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SUMMARY:Aikido Demonstration: Aikijuku Dojo
DESCRIPTION:MTC: Polsky Theatre\nAikido Demonstration\nNeil Segal\, Aikijuku Dojo\nLike Karate\, techniques are practiced to handle attacks of both an armed or unarmed nature. The techniques in Aikido contain mostly blocks\, locks and takedowns by the proper use of grappling techniques that are applied by trying to harmoniously get in tune with the attacker’s efforts.\nAikido stresses that fighting and endless conflict is never an answer. Rather\, peaceful resolution of conflict\, without causing harm\, is the greater path. So ‘Ai’ (harmony\, love\, collaboration) ‘Ki’ (power\, energy) ‘Do’ (way or path) is used to provide a way of cultivating and practicing the ‘art of peace’. \nAikido techniques are purely defensive\, force is never met with force. Practitioners learn to redirect an aggressor’s attack\, leading to a peaceful resolution. Size or physical strength is far less a factor in Aikido than it may be in other martial arts; so\, anyone\, large or small\, young\, or old\, can practice effectively. \nIn aikido\, as in virtually all Japanese martial arts\, there are both physical and mental aspects of training. The physical training in aikido is diverse\, covering both general physical fitness and conditioning\, as well as specific techniques. Because a substantial portion of any aikido curriculum consists of throws\, beginners learn how to safely fall or roll. The specific techniques for attack include both strikes and grabs; the techniques for defense consist of throws and pins. After basic techniques are learned\, students study freestyle defense against multiple opponents\, and techniques with weapons.
URL:https://www.kcjapanfestival.org/event/aikijuku-dojo-aikido-demonstration/
LOCATION:MTC: Polsky Theatre
CATEGORIES:Demonstrations
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SUMMARY:Yosakoi Dance Club Performance
DESCRIPTION:MTC: Yardley Hall • 5:30 PM\nYosakoi Dance Club Performance\nwith Tatsumaki Yosakoi Dance Club\nYosakoi is a unique style of dance that originated in Japan. The style of dance is highly energetic\, combining traditional Japanese dance movements with modern music.\nYosakoi started in the city of Kochi in 1954\, as a modern rendition of Awa Odori\, a traditional summer dance. As of 2005\, Yosakoi-style dancing had spread throughout much of Japan. \nIn June of 2006\, the Tatsumaki Yosakoi\, Japanese Yosakoi Dance Club\, from Kansas State University traveled to Hokkaido\, Japan\, in June of 2006 to participate in the large Yosakoi festival there. With more than 43\,000 dancers and 370-plus teams\, the K-State Yosakoi Dance Group was awarded a special “Performance Award”.
URL:https://www.kcjapanfestival.org/event/tatsumaki-yosakoi-japanese-yosakoi-dance-group-performance/
LOCATION:MTC: Yardley Hall
CATEGORIES:Performances
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SUMMARY:Three Trails Taiko Performance
DESCRIPTION:MTC: Yardley Hall • 6:05 PM\nThree Trails Taiko Performance\nFeel the thunder of the drums! Experience the power\, rhythm\, and energy of Japanese taiko as Three Trails Taiko brings this dynamic performance tradition to the Kansas City Japan Festival. Combining driving rhythms\, synchronized movement\, and the unmistakable sound of traditional Japanese drums\, taiko is as exciting to watch as it is to hear.\nThree Trails Taiko is a Kansas City–based community ensemble dedicated to sharing the tradition\, culture\, and art of kumi-daiko (ensemble taiko drumming). The group performs throughout the Greater Kansas City area at festivals\, cultural events\, libraries\, community organizations\, and more. Through their performances\, members strive to grow as taiko players in mind\, body\, and spirit while sharing the excitement of Japanese taiko with the community.
URL:https://www.kcjapanfestival.org/event/three-trails-taiko-performance/
LOCATION:MTC: Yardley Hall
CATEGORIES:Performances
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SUMMARY:Cosplay Contest and Fashion Show
DESCRIPTION:MTC: Polsky Theatre • 6:00 PM\nCosplay Contest and Fashion Show\nPresented by Naka-Kon\nThe Greater Kansas City Japan Festival Cosplay Contest allows cosplayers to showcase their talent to adoring fans! This year the contest will have up to 30 contestants.\n(Contestants meet at 5:45 pm • Polsky Theatre) \nYou must preregister to participate.  All cosplay entries must be related to Japanese culture. Judges will award prizes for four different categories. \nTo learn more\, visit our Cosplay Contest Info Page for details.
URL:https://www.kcjapanfestival.org/event/cosplay-fashion-show-and-contest/
LOCATION:MTC: Polsky Theatre
CATEGORIES:Exhibits & Displays,Performances,Special Activities
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SUMMARY:Three Trails Taiko Workshop
DESCRIPTION:MTC: Yardley Hall • 6:30 PM\nTaiko Workshop\nwith Three Trails Taiko\nLearn all about Taiko drumming from members of Three Trails Taiko. This is a hands-on Taiko workshop for those wanting to learn the basics of Taiko drumming.\n\nAbout Three Trails Taiko\nThree Trails Taiko is a community group\, currently consisting of approximately twelve volunteers. They have performed for local festivals\, relief events\, libraries\, organizations and business events in Greater Kansas City area. Their goal is to become better taiko players in mind\, body\, and spirit while sharing the tradition\, culture and art of Kumi Daiko and Japan with the surrounding community.
URL:https://www.kcjapanfestival.org/event/taiko-workshop/
LOCATION:MTC: Yardley Hall
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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SUMMARY:Inside Japan's High School Quiz Bowl Championship
DESCRIPTION:MTC 211 • 2nd Floor\nInside Japan’s High School Quiz Bowl Championship\n Presenter: Joshua Murphy\nDiscover the quiz show that became the biggest in television history\, the legendary competition that challenged Japan’s youth to an ultimate battle of brains and brawn\, and the show that broke world records year after year for contestant participation.\nAnd\, of course\, you’ll see plenty of the most outrageous\, grueling\, and unforgettable trivia challenges ever broadcast! \n\nABOUT THE PRESENTER \nJoshua Murphy is a historian and media personality focused on the world of Japanese Game and Variety Shows. He has interviewed over 100 different producers\, contestants\, distributors and cast on a bevy of Japanese game shows. In 2022\, He flew to Japan to compete on the remake of the variety show “Takeshi’s Castle”. \n\nIMAGE CITATION \nPhoto: Luis Villa del Campo\, 2007. CC BY 2.0\, via Wikimedia Commons.
URL:https://www.kcjapanfestival.org/event/japans-high-school-quiz-bowl-championship/
LOCATION:MTC: 2nd Floor
CATEGORIES:Cultural Presentations
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