Society | Feb 09

Manga Artists Save Historic Mansion

TOKYO, Feb 09 (News On Japan) - In Tokyo's Setagaya district, a gathering of manga artists has brought new life to the "Former Ozaki Teodora Residence," a Western-style mansion built 135 years ago that has overcome the threat of demolition.

The "Former Ozaki Teodora Residence" was constructed in 1888 for Teodora Ozaki, the wife of Yukio Ozaki, a politician revered as the 'god of constitutional government.' Faced with the threat of demolition due to deterioration, the call for preservation led by manga artist Kazumi Yamashita and others has ensured the building's survival.

Rumiko Takahashi, a celebrated manga artist, expressed her enthusiasm for the preservation project: "Having this mansion preserved is truly a dream come true."

Another renowned artist, Osamu Akimoto, shared his hope for the initiative: "The idea of manga artists themselves taking action is a genuinely novel ambition. I hope it becomes a new landmark in Tokyo."

Starting in March, the mansion will grandly open as a gallery and café, inviting visitors to step into a piece of history revitalized by the creative community.

Source: ANN

MORE Society NEWS

Why Do Japanese Girls Need Two Smartphones?

A growing trend has emerged among Japan's younger generation, particularly late teenage girls, where more than 20% now carry two smartphones.

Brave Seven-Year-Old Rescues Kidnapped Four-Year-Old Sister

In a remarkable display of bravery and quick thinking, a seven-year-old girl in Kitakyushu successfully rescued her four-year-old sister who had been kidnapped. The incident, which unfolded on April 13th, began when the siblings were approached by a stranger while playing on the street.

Bracing for 'Crow Blackouts'

As crows enter their breeding season, their nest-building activities are causing concern among utility providers due to the increased risk of power outages.

< 2 3 4 5 >

Tokyo Capsule Hotel Prices Skyrocket

Tokyo has seen a significant uptick in accommodation prices over Golden Week, with even capsule hotels breaching the 12,000 yen mark per night.

Black Bamboo Flowers Blossom Once Every 120 Years

In a rare botanical event, a photographer in Fukuoka captured the blossoming of bamboo flowers, a phenomenon said to occur only once every 120 years.

Godzilla Strikes Tokyo City Hall

The Tokyo Metropolitan Government building has been 'attacked' by Godzilla, brought to life through the world's largest projection mapping.

Japanese Yen Slides to 34-Year Low, Hits 158 Against the Dollar

In a significant movement in the foreign exchange markets, the Japanese yen has once again depreciated, crossing the 158 mark against the U.S. dollar. This level marks the weakest the yen has been in approximately 34 years, signaling ongoing economic pressures and potentially major shifts in Japan's financial landscape.