VOICED: Japan's indigenous people eye political power

The video explores the cultural revival of the Ainu people in Hokkaido, Japan. It highlights the challenges faced due to past assimilation policies and the efforts to preserve the Ainu language. The video also discusses the political aspirations of the Ainu, including land reclamation, and the balance between modern life and traditional culture.

What is the main challenge faced by the Ainu people in reconnecting with their cultural roots?

• Geographical isolation

• Insufficient educational resources

• Past policies of forced assimilation

• Lack of government support

Who is actively encouraging young people to learn the Ainu language?

• The Japanese government

• Chiroque Ionno

• The Chico

• Sam

What significant event in 1980 affected the Ainu villages?

• A major earthquake

• The construction of a dam

• A government policy change

• A cultural festival

What is one of the main goals of the newly created Ainu party in Japan?

• To promote Japanese culture

• To increase tourism in Hokkaido

• To reclaim ancestral lands

• To establish a new language school

What is a modern challenge faced by the Ainu people in maintaining their cultural identity?

• Limited access to traditional clothing

• Lack of technological access

• Resistance from the Japanese government

• Feeling no different from ethnic Japanese