Introduction of Japanese Culture in Anime Matsuri 2022
2022/8/4
The Consulate-General of Japan in Houston conducted activities to introduce Japanese culture in Anime Matsuri 2022 that was held on July 28-31 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston.
During the convention, the Consulate maintained a booth in the exhibition hall and gave panel presentations to help deepen understanding of Japan for event visitors who are already interested in Japanese pop culture such as anime, manga and video games.
At the booth, kabuki was featured. The information and activities introduced a brief history of kabuki, its attractions, and the meaning of the colors used in kumadori, the distinctive make-up style employed in kabuki. Visitors were invited to create their own original kumadori masks. In addition, materials introducing Japanese culture, tourism, and the JET program were provided.
In addition, two panels were presented to attendees of the convention.
The first focused on Japanese horror as depicted in the mediums of anime and manga cherished by attendees. The presentation promoted the unique value of Japanese art by explaining the history of Japanese horror works, comparing Japanese expressions of horror with those of other countries, and exploring the global impacts of the genre.
The second presentation focused on daily life in Japan for convention attendees who are interested in living in Japan. It featured two former JET program participants who talked about their experiences living and working in Japan in a panel discussion and question and answer format.
Both the booth and presentations attracted many visitors and provided an opportunity for attendees to deepen their understanding of Japan.
During the convention, the Consulate maintained a booth in the exhibition hall and gave panel presentations to help deepen understanding of Japan for event visitors who are already interested in Japanese pop culture such as anime, manga and video games.
At the booth, kabuki was featured. The information and activities introduced a brief history of kabuki, its attractions, and the meaning of the colors used in kumadori, the distinctive make-up style employed in kabuki. Visitors were invited to create their own original kumadori masks. In addition, materials introducing Japanese culture, tourism, and the JET program were provided.
In addition, two panels were presented to attendees of the convention.
The first focused on Japanese horror as depicted in the mediums of anime and manga cherished by attendees. The presentation promoted the unique value of Japanese art by explaining the history of Japanese horror works, comparing Japanese expressions of horror with those of other countries, and exploring the global impacts of the genre.
The second presentation focused on daily life in Japan for convention attendees who are interested in living in Japan. It featured two former JET program participants who talked about their experiences living and working in Japan in a panel discussion and question and answer format.
Both the booth and presentations attracted many visitors and provided an opportunity for attendees to deepen their understanding of Japan.
