Japanophiles: Martin Holman (S10E17)
S10E17
In ningyo joruri, a trio collaborates to bring exquisitely crafted puppets to life. Martin Holman, a US puppeteer passionate about this traditional Japanese art form with a rich 400-year history, now directs his own troupe in Tokushima Prefecture, the heart of Awa ningyo joruri. In this episode of Japanophiles, Peter Barakan delves into the enchanting realm of ningyo joruri, discovering how Martin is broadening its reach by engaging performers of all ages from diverse backgrounds.
Show
Japanology Plus
Episode
S10E17
Air Date
Sep 28, 2023
Season 10 Episodes
S10E01
Kitchens
S10E02
Satsumaimo: Sweet Potatoes
S10E03
Dinosaurs
S10E04
Japanophiles: Kyle Holzhueter
S10E05
Camping
S10E06
Male Aesthetics
S10E07
Konnyaku
S10E08
Japanophiles: Isabelle Sasaki
S10E09
Ueno
S10E10
Meteorological Data
S10E11
Amami Oshima: Paradise Found
S10E12
Amami Oshima: Shaped by Adversity
S10E13
Japanophiles: Francesco Panto
S10E14
Vacant Homes
S10E15
Rokyoku: Musical Storytelling
S10E16
Japanese Honeybees
S10E17
Japanophiles: Martin Holman
S10E18
Unused Fish
S10E19
Garbage
S10E20
Firefighting