Japanology Plus

Japanophiles: Stephanie Tomiyasu (2x65)

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Joruri is a form of narrative song featuring a distinctive sound and style. When American Stephanie Tomiyasu first came to Japan, she knew nothing of this performing art. Later, it captivated her, and soon she began training under one of Japan's top joruri instructors: Tsuruga Wakasanojo, a living national treasure. Joruri offers access to themes and topics from Japan's past. Stephanie is helping to preserve this heritage by giving public performances and by helping to bring joruri to the world.