Although this is a film about the traditional and everyday uses of bamboo, it also portrays many aspects of contemporary living in Japan; life in urban centres and rural areas and aspects of agriculture, handicrafts, art and types of shelter are explored. This giant grass is noted for its beauty and commercial value and it provides a livelihood for many Japanese families.
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Collection
In ACMI's collection
Credits
Collection metadata
ACMI Identifier
001000
Language
English
Subject categories
Agriculture, Business, Commerce & Industry → Industries - Japan
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Japan
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Japan - Social life and customs
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Natural history
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Plants
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)