December, 2021
Japan Council of Performers Rights & Performing Arts Organizations [GEIDANKYO]

The third program in 2021
NOBODY KNOWS to create the new travel from performing arts perspective

A special video with Kabuki actor Onoe Ukon
at Komatsu City, Ishikawa Prefecture
Japan Council of Performers Rights & Performing Arts Organizations［Geidankyo］has implemented
the project named “NOBODY KNOWS” since 2019, which rediscovers the charm of “Japan Heritage”
and local culture from perspective of traditional performing arts in order to promote tourism.
NOBODY KNOWS presents a special video of “The Changing Seasons - Flowers, Birds, Wind andMoon” with local cultures of stone and shipping at Komatsu City in Ishikawa Prefecture as the third
program in 2021. The goal is to discover and develop the new charm of the region after digging up
the local cultural resources through the folk performances.

NOBODY KNOWS 2021 the Third Program: Komatsu City (Ishikawa Prefecture) online video
A special video with theme of stone and shipping culture“The Changing Seasons - Flowers, Birds, Wind and Moon”

Online video
Date:

To 31st March 2022

Fee:

Free

Channel:NOBODY KNOWS YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/c/NOBODYKNOWS-tours

Performers:

Onoe Ukon (Dance, Narration), Kiba Daisuke (Kokyu), Tosha Suiho (Sinobue,Nohkan), Mochizuki Sataske (Hayashi), Ataka Miyajishi Preservation Society

Composition

Hanayagi Genkuro& choreography:
Video director:

Morisaki Kazuhiro

URL:

https://nobodyknows.tours/event2021-05.html

Questionnaire：

15th November to 31st January 2022
https://questant.jp/q/komatsu_mov_en
From those who watched the video and answered the questionnaire, twenty people
will be drawn at random to win prizes of brochures of Japan Heritage site in Komatsu
and NOBODY KNOWS photobook. (Residents of Japan Only)＊The information you provide may be used for all media related to public relations
activities such as official pamphlets, reports, and press releases of "Japan CulturalExpo" and “NOBODY KNOWS”project.

At Natadera Temple, Onoe Ukon (center), Mochizuki Satasuke (Left)
NOBODY KNOWS presents a special movie inspired by stone and shipping cultures from twocomponents of Japan Heritage in Komatsu City: The story of Komatsu’s gems (A Stone Culture
Polished in the Flow of Time), The Kitamae-Bune Sea Routes (Ports and Residences Built on theDreams of Brave Seafarers).

The seasonal changes within the flow of time are expressed here through Japanese dance andmusic, using traditional instruments such as kokyu (Japanese violin), flutes (shinobue and nohkan)
and hogaku bayashi (traditional Japanese percussion). Through performing arts, the program willshed new light on the rich cultural assets of the region.
Onoe Ukon, Kabuki actor, performed in dance and narration. He said in the radio program hehosted that he wanted to perform in the work choreographed by a Japanese dancer GenkuroHanayagi, in charge of the composition and choreography of this video. NOBODY KNOWS realized
his wish this time. He showed a dignified performance at Natadera temple in the beautiful nature.
The video also took place in Ataku where there used to be a checkpoint which was key to Kabuki"Kanjincho" story. It is the spot that traditional performing arts fans must visit at least once.
He fought with a lion as a wood-rod-swinger, which has been culturally handed down to Ataku
Miyajishi (lion), on the Ataka beach dyed with the sunset glow.
There are Komatsu’s rich cultural resources seen in the video along with stone materials, Kutani
ware and a thin fabric called 'Organza' developed by Suncorona Oda, one of the world's leading
textile companies which also has a factory in Komatsu.

↑At Natadera Temple, Tosha Suiho↓(Left) Ataku beach (Right) Natadera Temple

Profile

Ataka Miyajishi Preservation Society
The Ataka Miyajiishi, a Shishimai (lion dance) inspired by the Kaga Shishi from Tsurugi (Hakusan City) wherelion dances are popular. This type of lion dance is characterized by its 'lion fighting', in which various martial
arts fighting techniques are used against a large lion's head, including fighting with sticks, naginata (poleweapons), chain sickles and other weapons. It was revived in 1979 with the reunion of the youth group, but theShishimai performance from door to door in the town was so tough work, that it was in danger of survival. Thecurrent Ataka Miyajishi Preservation Society was established in 1989, and is operated mainly by the youthgroup alumni.

Performers
Onoe Ukon (Dance and Narration)
Is the second son of Kiyomoto EnjudayuⅦ, a head family of Kiyomoto school. His great grandfather is Onoe
KikugoroⅥ. When he was 7, he debuted as Matsu-mushi in “Bukaku Setsugekka” at Kabuki-za theatre. At theage of 12 he succeeded to the name of Onoe UkonⅡ at “Ninjou Banashi Bunnshichi Mottoi” in Shinbashi
Embujo Theater where he played the part of Choubei’s daughter, Ohisa. He succeeded to Kiyomoto Eijudayu
in January, 2018. Has been introducing the charm of Japanese traditional arts including Kabuki as a host of
NHK radio program “KABUKI TUNE” since 2018.
Kiba Daisuke (Kokyu)
Born on Awaji Island. Studied classical kokyu under Kazuo Hara. At the same time, studied classical kokyu ofKyoto, Osaka, and Tokyo, as well as the style of kokyu playing techniques from various parts of Japan, such as
Bunraku, Kaze no Bon, and Owari Manzai. Has been developing the new playing style of these combination,and a four-strings kokyu which has a wide range of low sounds, and its composition, shedding light on thevalue of kokyu tradition. His performance on NHK World’s “Blends” was broadcasted around the world. Has
been active in a wide range of activities including a national tour of the Yoshida Brothers, unit activities withthe koto and piano, and also organizes “Cross-cultural String Orchestra” featuring the kokyu, and otherstringed instruments from different countries. He also has developed his composition, including “Suite Kojiki”
and “Silk Road Suite,” focusing on Japan with world’s traditional instruments.

Tosha Suiho (Shinobue, Nohkan)
Studied under his grandfather, Tosha Shuho, who was the head of the Tosha school branch flute family, hisuncle, Tosha Meisho, and his father, Nakagawa Yoshio. Succeeded to the name “Suiho” in 2004. While he wasa student of Tokyo University of the Arts, received Jokan Award, the Dosei-kai Award for new talent, and theAcanthus Music Award. Has appeared in many concerts and broadcasts, including performances sponsoredby the National Theatre of Japan and NHK “Nippon-no-Geino”, and has also participated in overseas
performances. In addition to his activities in the classical arts, has participated in concerts and recordings ofpop artists. A Cultural Exchange Ambassador for Agency for Cultural Affairs in 2020 and 2021.

Mochizuki Satasuke (Hayashi)
Started playing Japanese drum since early childhood. Masters degree from the Tokyo University of the Arts,
faculty of music, department of traditional Japanese music in 2019. While in college, won the Jokan Prize, theAtaka Prize, and the Acanthus Music Prize. Performs in both inside and outside Japan as the musicalaccompanist such as the performance in “Heisei Nakamura-za Spain performance”, “Modern Noh Abeno
Seimei starring Nomura Mansai,” and a lot more. Appeared also in NHK Taiga Drama Series “Naotora” and“Pythagora Switch.”

Composition & Choreography:
Hanayagi Genkuro
Born in Nara prefecture. A Japanese dancer. He has a gorgeous and powerful artistic style and is active invarious performances based on classical dance. He received the Minister of Education, Culture, Sports,Science and Technology Encouragement Award and the Dance Critics Association New Artist Award. As anassistant choreographer, he also participated in Mt. Hiei firewood Kabuki, works by Yukio Ninagawa, andTakarazuka performances. He directs and choreographs "NOBODY KNOWS" based on stories from Japan
Heritage.
Video DirectorKazuhiro Morisaki
Born in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture. Since 2006, he has been producing TV programs and TVcommercials at a video production company. He has produced videos in various genres such as TVcommercials and promotional videos since 2012 when he joined CENDO Inc.

NOBODY KNOWS at Komatsu City (collaborated with Japan Cultural Expo, 2021)
Organizer: Agency for Cultural Affairs, Government of Japan, Japan Arts Council, Japan Council of Performers Rights &Performing Arts Organizations (GEIDANKYO)
Co-organizer: Komatsu City
Support: Ministry of the Environment
Cooperation: Natadera Temple, Ataka Sumiyoshi Shrine, Ataka Miyajishi Preservation Society, The Nihonbuyo Association
Art cooperation: Suncorona Oda Co.,Ltd.
Video production: avic studio KANAZAWA co., ltd.
Sound: Ishimaru-gumiVideo produce: DRAWING AND MANUAL INC.
Photograph: Takahashi Toshimitsu
Planning Cooperation: tateito-yokoito llc.
Public Relations Cooperation: Sanseisha
Communication Design: Que inc.

Project to develop the new form of travel from performing arts view at Japan Heritage“NOBODY KNOWS”“NOBODY KNOWS” is a project to develop a new form of local tourism by rediscovering hidden
cultures rooted in local regions as expression or prayer from perspective of “folk performance”
at Japan Heritage*1 across all over the country. Organized by Agency for Cultural Affairs,Government of Japan, Japan Arts Council, Japan Council of Performers Rights &Performing Arts Organizations, “Japan Cultural Expo” project*2 has been carried out since 2019.
In 2019, NOBODY KNOWS implemented tour plans at 6 regions with theme of “Nature andCraftsmanship” and “Nature and Worship”. It released online programs with which visitors enjoyedlocal historical cultures and folk performances in 2020. In 2021, as the third year, there will be plansfor 5 regions. Seeking for a business opportunity in both “Tourism/Sightseeing” and “Performingarts” industries which has faced with hard time caused by the covid-19 pandemic, NOBODYKNOWS challenges the program which promotes tourists to visit these areas.

*1

Japan Heritage: An initiative by Agency for Cultural Affairs that certifies stories that tell Japaneseculture andtraditions as "Japan Heritage" through history and charms across the nation. The purpose is torevitalize regions and promote tourism by packaging tangible and intangible cultural properties ineach region related to the story. As of June 2020, 104 locations have been certified.
*2“Japan Cultural Expo” project: Projects, deployed throughout Japan, to promote Japanese culturalarts and spread its diverse and universal appeal in anticipation of fostering momentum for the 2020
Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics
and increasing foreign tourists.

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