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‘Dancing in their hands’: Japan’s kabuki wig masters
AFP, Published on 23/04/2026
» TOKYO - Every actor in kabuki — a traditional Japanese performing art celebrated for its striking makeup and elaborate costumes — relies on one final, essential element to fully inhabit their role: the wig.
Kokuho: A national treasure in name and essence
Khanaphot Saengchai, Published on 20/01/2026
» The movie Kokuho (2025) is, in both name and essence, a national treasure. This epic Japanese drama delving into the life of an onnagata, a male actor who specialises in playing female roles, not only introduces the centuries-old art form of Kabuki to the world, but also proves to be a triumph of Japanese cinema.
New movies out this week: Jan 15-21
Guru, Nianne-Lynn Hendricks, Published on 15/01/2026
» 4 new releases that hit cinemas in Thailand this week.
Audacious, vivacious talent
Life, William Niall Morris, Published on 30/08/2025
» Back in 2021, a group of intrepid Bangkok music students decided to create their own opera company, undeterred by the fact that this is the most difficult art form to produce.
'Female power': Japan erotic art destigmatised in new exhibit
AFP, Published on 29/08/2025
» TOKYO — Graphic depictions of enormous phalluses and acrobatic sex positions have long rendered centuries-old Japanese "shunga" art taboo, but a rare exhibition aims to prove the genre is a world apart from male-centred porn.
Rio goes Gaga for US singer ahead of free concert
AFP, Published on 02/05/2025
» RIO DE JANEIRO, Brazil - Behind his large studded sunglasses, Victor Faro's eyes were glued on the luxury hotel overlooking Copacabana beach where US superstar Lady Gaga is staying ahead of her free mega-concert in Rio de Janeiro on Saturday.
Immerse yourself in Japanese tradition
Life, Published on 10/09/2024
» The beauty of Japanese tradition will be unveiled at two special events in Bangkok this week by Sakura Fujima School in collaboration with Soke Fujima.
Seven Samurai: Masterless warriors in a cinematic masterpiece
Published on 04/07/2024
» NEW YORK - Few movies have been more influential than "Seven Samurai," an existential action film directed by Akira Kurosawa that, at longer than three hours, seemingly muscled its way into existence.
French elegance for your tresses
Life, Kanokporn Chanasongkram, Published on 05/12/2023
» The crowning glory, hair is as important as the outfit, make-up and accessories for Balmain Paris runway looks. A part of the fashion house, Balmain Paris Hair Couture transfers the latest catwalk trends to luxury accessories for tresses.
Renewed interest in Japanese sumo proves big pull for tourists
AFP, Published on 13/08/2023
» TOKYO: Their interest piqued during Covid lockdowns and by a new Netflix drama, a fresh rush of foreign tourists are flocking to Japan for a look inside the insular world of sumo.