Come and enjoy the spectacular world of Japanese Cinema at The Japan Foundation, New Delhi.

The Theme of the month is “Kenji Miyazawa from Tohoku Region – Commemorating the 5th anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake”.

 

Date    :  3rd March, 2016
Time    : 18:30
Venue : The Japan Foundation, New Delhi
Entry Free

Duration  : 111 Minutes | English subtitles

 

Short Synopsis : This is a biographical film on Kenji Miyazawa, who was born into a wealthy family from Iwate, Tohoku. An idealist from the very beginning, he worked towards his utopian ideals throughout his life, despite harsh opposition as well as death in his family. He started his own experimental school to teach new farming methods, as well as music and arts to young farmers. An inspiring film about the life of Japan’s most beloved fantasy novelist, who was practically unknown in his lifetime. 

 

Photo Credit : © 1996 “Night Train to the Stars” Production Committee/ Colour