Living Treasures of Japan
Synopsis
Profiles nine artisans and performing artists who are recognized by law as "holders of important intangible cultural properties" and are charged with publicly exhibiting their works and teaching their artistry to apprentices. Pays visits to a potter, a doll sculptor, a puppeteer, a papermaker, a koto musician, a swordmaker, a textile weaver and a dyer, a kabuki theater actor, and a bellmaker.
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- Norris Brock
- Screenplay & Story
- Miriam Birch
- Original Title
- Living Treasures of Japan
- Country of Origin
- Japan
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 57m
- Production Studios
- National Geographic Society, WQED
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
Norris Brock
Miriam Birch
Hyman Kaufman
Miriam Birch
Department Leadership Roster
Norris Brock
Director
Miriam Birch
Writer
Miriam Birch
Producer
Hyman Kaufman
Editor
Production Stills & Gallery
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Frequently Asked Questions About Living Treasures of Japan
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What is Living Treasures of Japan about?
Profiles nine artisans and performing artists who are recognized by law as "holders of important intangible cultural properties" and are charged with publicly exhibiting their works and teaching their artistry to apprentices. Pays visits to a potter, a doll sculptor, a puppeteer, a papermaker, a koto musician, a swordmaker, a textile weaver and a dyer, a kabuki theater actor, and a bellmaker.
Who directed Living Treasures of Japan?
Living Treasures of Japan was directed by Norris Brock.
Who stars in Living Treasures of Japan?
The principal cast of Living Treasures of Japan includes Not specified.
When was Living Treasures of Japan released and how long is it?
Living Treasures of Japan was released in 1981 with a total runtime of 57m.