VOICED: Japanese story-telling with a twist

The video explores the cultural significance of manga, tracing its roots to Kamishibai storytelling popular during economic recessions in Japan. It highlights how manga has evolved from historical silk scrolls and appeals to a wide age range. Rikimaru, a modern storyteller, adds his unique twist to this tradition, making storytelling enjoyable and profitable.

What activity does the character perform as a weekly ritual before heading to Tokyo's Shimokitazawa district?

• Cooking traditional meals

• Reading manga comics

• Playing video games

• Practicing martial arts

During which periods was Kamishibai storytelling particularly popular?

• The 1920s and 50s

• The 1980s and 90s

• The 2000s and 2010s

• The 1960s and 70s

What has replaced traditional Kamishibai storytelling in modern times?

• Manga comics

• Online podcasts

• Radio shows

• Television dramas

What were historical and romance stories originally drawn on?

• Silk scrolls

• Paper sheets

• Wooden boards

• Stone tablets

What makes Rikimaru happiest in his work?

• Traveling the world

• Gaining fame and recognition

• Making people enjoy themselves

• Collecting rare comics