Sketches of Myahk
Realizador Koichi Onishi
Países Japan
Duração 104 min
Sinopse
This documentary records the disappearing traditional music of the Miyako Islands, Okinawa prefecture. Myahk (the local pronunciation for Miyako) is well-known for its beautiful emerald sea, but few people know about its cultural treasure trove. 　The cultural heritage of the Miyako Islands is exemplified by old songs known as “Aagu”. The villagers living there have been singing and passing songs down from generation to generation. Worthy of mention is the precious oral tradition of "Kamiuta", devine rituals to pray for good harvest and safe voyage, performed and sung by women. Facing the threat of extinction, this documentary explores the long hidden rituals where "Kamiuta" holy songs are sung and related memories are passed on. 　This film is centered around interviews with islanders about the lifestyle and religious beliefs of Miyako, as well as showcasing a compilation of the islanders' music.
This documentary records the disappearing traditional music of the Miyako Islands, Okinawa prefecture. Myahk (the local pronunciation for Miyako) is well-known for its beautiful emerald sea, but few people know about its cultural treasure trove. 　The cultural heritage of the Miyako Islands is exemplified by old songs known as “Aagu”. The villagers living there have been singing and passing songs down from generation to generation. Worthy of mention is the precious oral tradition of "Kamiuta", devine rituals to pray for good harvest and safe voyage, performed and sung by women. Facing the threat of extinction, this documentary explores the long hidden rituals where "Kamiuta" holy songs are sung and related memories are passed on. 　This film is centered around interviews with islanders about the lifestyle and religious beliefs of Miyako, as well as showcasing a compilation of the islanders' music.