Pearl of Gion: Return of the Miyako Odori - NHK WORLD-JAPAN

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The entertainment industry in Gione, rooted in tradition, faced challenges during the pandemic, impacting young entertainers like Michael and Gecko. The cancellation of events like the Miyako Odori not only affected the town's cultural identity but also disrupted the careers of Maiko and Gecko dedicated to their craft.

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  • The pandemic significantly disrupted the traditional entertainment industry in Gione, leading to event cancellations and impacting the careers of young entertainers like Michael and Gecko.
  • The Miyako Odori, a longstanding festival in Gione, plays a crucial role in revitalizing Kyoto's cultural heritage and identity, with its cancellation affecting the town's cultural scene and the hopes of entertainers like Mo for a revival.

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Recent questions

  • What traditional festival was canceled twice due to the pandemic?

    Miyako Odori

  • How many Maiko and Gecko are dedicated to their craft in Gione?

    Over 90

  • What is the focus of training for Maiko and Gecko in Gione?

    Maintaining a low center of gravity

  • What event signaled a return to normalcy in Gione's cultural scene?

    Annual New Year ceremony

  • What festival aims to revitalize Kyoto's cultural heritage?

    Miyako Odori

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Gione's Entertainment Industry Faces Pandemic Challenges

  • Gione's entertainment industry, rooted in the Edo period, faced challenges during the pandemic, leading to cancellations of events.
  • Young entertainers like Michael and Gecko were significantly impacted, with their careers disrupted by the pandemic.
  • The Miyako Odori, a traditional Dance Festival in Gione, was canceled twice due to the pandemic, affecting the town's cultural identity.
  • Gione, known for its traditional entertainment, houses over 90 Gecko and Maiko dedicated to their craft in tea houses.
  • The annual New Year ceremony in Gione was held after two years, signaling a return to normalcy in the town's cultural events.
  • The Miyako Odori, a festival dating back to 1872, aims to revitalize Kyoto's cultural heritage and has been a tradition for over 150 years.
  • The Maiko and Gecko in Gione undergo strict training in the Kyomai Inoe style, focusing on maintaining a low center of gravity.
  • The pandemic brought challenges to entertainers like Mo, impacting their work schedules and leading to hopes pinned on the Miyako Odori for revival.
  • Tomio, a respected Ochaya in Gione, observes customs like hosting large Ozashiki and maintaining strict business rules.
  • The Miyako Odori finally takes place after three years, with young Maiko like Yuzuha and Maya making their debut performances, marking a return to normalcy in Gione's cultural scene.

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