Category: japanese cinema
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10 Videogame Characters Inspired By Japanese Folklore
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in Academia, animal crossing, anime, Anthropology, Art, asia, asian studies, digital communities, folklore, folkloresque, folklorist, japan, japanese cinema, japanese folklore, japanese mythology, japanese video games, japanese videogames, jrpg, kojiki, Mythology, nihon shoki, pokemon, popular culture, shinto, shintoism, videogames, writing, yokai, zeldaChinese and Korean traders introduced Buddhism, Daoism, Hinduism, and the ever present Confucianism while Japan provided various regional myths, legends, and lore. These ingredients were brewed into various and effervescent cultures all across Japan. Each village responding accordingly by pasting outside influences upon their daily lives. These elements were transformed Japan’s landscape and ecosystem and…
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Day 4 of Translating the Hyakunin Isshu: Yamabe no Akahito and Nara Period Poetry
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in 100 days of translation, asian studies, 百人一首, digital communities, digital humanities, digital storytelling, Hyakunin Isshu, Hyakunin Isshu, Hyakunin Isshu (百人一首), Hyakunin Isshu (百人一首), japan, japanese cinema, japanese folklore, japanese language, japanese literature, japanese mythology, japanese poetry, localization, material culture, translationJoin me as we dive into the captivating world of Yamabe no Akahito’s poetry. Discover the ancient verses of the Nara period, explore the cultural significance of these mesmerizing compositions, and witness the art of translating classical Japanese poems for contemporary readers. Embark on this poetic journey and unlock the timeless beauty of Yamabe no…
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The Timeless Beauty of Hyakunin Isshu: An Odyssey of Translation through Classical Japanese Poetry. 100-Days of Translation – Day 1
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in 100 days of skeytching, 100 days of translation, 百人一首, Hyakunin Isshu, Hyakunin Isshu (百人一首), japan, japanese cinema, japanese folklore, japanese language, japanese literature, japanese mythology, japanese poetry, japanese video games, japanese videogames, localization, material culture, Poem, poet, Poetry, poetry lessons, translation, writing“Uncover the enchanting world of Hyakunin Isshu, a collection of classical Japanese poetry. Join us on a journey through time as we delve into the cultural nuances and captivating beauty of these timeless verses. Experience the magic of translation and cultural exploration in this illuminating article.”
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Kappa Kappa Kappa Kappa Kappa Chamelion, You Come and Go, You come and Go. Several ideas for Integrating East Asian Folklore Into Your Storytelling or next TTRPG Campaign
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in #ThursdayThoughts, Anthropology, digital communities, digital storytelling, fable, fairytale, fan studies, folklore, folkloresque, folklorist, game based learning, game development, game Ideas, game studies, games, gaming, japan, japanese cinema, japanese folklore, japanese language, japanese literature, japanese mythology, japanese video games, japanese videogames, Ludology, material culture, narrative design, Narratology, ttrpg, writing, yokaiPrepare to dive into a world of mischievous legends and watery wonders as we unravel the secrets of the kappa in our latest article. Join us on a playful and personal adventure through East Asian folklore, where the line between reality and imagination gets delightfully blurred. Discover the trickery, humor, and haunting tales of these…
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I Am a Cat: Rough Draft for Upcoming Interactive Visual Novel Based on Natsume Soseki’s Beloved Japanese Tale
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in comparative literature, digital communities, digital storytelling, dramatist, dramaturgy, east asia, east asian studies, education, English, fable, fairytale, film review, folklore, folkloresque, folklorist, game based learning, game development, game Ideas, game studies, games, gaming, Globalization, Graduate Research, graduate school, instructional design, interactive fiction, internet lore, japan, japanese cinema, japanese folklore, japanese language, japanese literature, japanese mythology, japanese video games, japanese videogames, kojiki, language, learning technology, literary fiction, literary nonfiction, literature, localization, material culture, media studies, narrative design, Narratology, philosophy, publishing, science fiction, serious games, shinto, shintoism, Short story, spiritual, spirituality, storytelling, stream-of-consciousness, taoism, the university of missouri, the writers life, Thesis, user research, videogames, visual novel, writingUnleash Your Inner Feline: The Adventures of Cat – A Visual Novel Game That Explores Life’s Complexities!
