Feb. 17th, 2012 08:05 pm
Hanayome SP: Drama Notes
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earth_colorsHere are some drama notes for Kuniko Mukoda's Hanayome SP:
Kuniko Mukoda (1929-1981). A well-respected writer of novels, short stories, essays and screenplays. Her works were considered more realistic than the usual drama fare at that time, mainly focusing on day to day living and family life tinged with inner turmoils. She died in a plane crash in 1981 but her works still live on - some of which are still being adapted into stage plays and drama specials - proof of the enduring quality of her stories and the relatable appeal of her characters.
(info: wiki) (pic: caisuizi)
Hibari Misora (1937-1989). Fabulous enka and jazz singer. Her song played in this SP entitled "Au" was an obscure song since it was featured as a B side (That means 'secondary song' for you young uns out there) to her single, "Aa Koibito Yo" (Nippon Columbia Records, 1963). After the airing of the SP, it was reported that many viewers inquired about where they could get a copy of the said song.
(info/pic: wiki; musicnews)
Chanchanko. Padded kimono jacket designed to be worn indoors. Though bulky-looking and unflattering to one's figure, it provides warmth and coziness during winter season, and is mostly worn by old folks.
(info/pic: fran-japani)
Konjac. Substance made from the root of elephant yam. It has little taste and is valued more for its texture. Can be turned into flour, jelly (for oden), and noodle-like strips (for sukiyaki).
(info/pic: wiki)
Tokoroten. Made from agar substances taken from seaweeds. These are shaped into jelly-like noodles which are then flavored with vinegar, soy sauce and other preferred seasonings.
(info/pic: wiki)
Pachinko. A recreational arcade-type of game, and is also viewed as a form of a gambling device. Pachinko parlors are an indelible feature throughout Japan. Says Danburi, "In a small town, you may not find a movie house but you will find a pachinko shop."
(info: wiki)
Kuniko Mukoda (1929-1981). A well-respected writer of novels, short stories, essays and screenplays. Her works were considered more realistic than the usual drama fare at that time, mainly focusing on day to day living and family life tinged with inner turmoils. She died in a plane crash in 1981 but her works still live on - some of which are still being adapted into stage plays and drama specials - proof of the enduring quality of her stories and the relatable appeal of her characters.
(info: wiki) (pic: caisuizi)
Hibari Misora (1937-1989). Fabulous enka and jazz singer. Her song played in this SP entitled "Au" was an obscure song since it was featured as a B side (That means 'secondary song' for you young uns out there) to her single, "Aa Koibito Yo" (Nippon Columbia Records, 1963). After the airing of the SP, it was reported that many viewers inquired about where they could get a copy of the said song.
(info/pic: wiki; musicnews)
Chanchanko. Padded kimono jacket designed to be worn indoors. Though bulky-looking and unflattering to one's figure, it provides warmth and coziness during winter season, and is mostly worn by old folks.
(info/pic: fran-japani)
Konjac. Substance made from the root of elephant yam. It has little taste and is valued more for its texture. Can be turned into flour, jelly (for oden), and noodle-like strips (for sukiyaki).
(info/pic: wiki)
Tokoroten. Made from agar substances taken from seaweeds. These are shaped into jelly-like noodles which are then flavored with vinegar, soy sauce and other preferred seasonings.
(info/pic: wiki)
Pachinko. A recreational arcade-type of game, and is also viewed as a form of a gambling device. Pachinko parlors are an indelible feature throughout Japan. Says Danburi, "In a small town, you may not find a movie house but you will find a pachinko shop."
(info: wiki)
