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Are these pictures prior to the War? Many of the historical places were burned to the ground when the Americans & the Japanese soldier fought in Okinawa the only land battle in Japan.

Udui Kuwadisa also known as Yotsudake. This dance is about the Kuwadisa tree. Katachiki kimono and Hanagasa representing the peony. The more dancers performing this number the more splendor it becomes.

This dance is called Nuchibana, a young maiden makes a lei or wreath of flowers that she will present to her beloved.

I have not seen the movie "Japanese Story" but this song "Tinsagu Nu Hana" is not of Japanese origin. It is an old Okinawan Children's lullabye that their Mother's use to sing to their children. This is Uchinaguchi Okinawan language indigenous to the Ryukyus. I'm kind of perlexed that they used...

I don't understand why there are many negative comments. Bodybuilding and exercising is a great thing for everyone. It takes determination and dedication to achieve this. I think it's best to be humble and grounded when you reach your goals. There are Guys who wo have an ego maybe they should...

This is the Majikina Honryu 's version of Umi no Chinbora. The dancer is Hidemi Higa who is a Sensei of the style. Sohke for this dojo is Majikina Yoshinae & Yoshino of Honolulu, Hawaii. Their Father was a Living Cultural Treasure for Okinawa, Japan.

I remember this awesome performance in 1986. This truly showcased the Hawaiian Art of Male Kahiko. I was very impressed with their movements, the precision and the fierceness of the mastery of Lupenui. I think from here on Male Kahiko was at its highest and continued to climb. I am proud that...

I must say that Kumu Hula Master O'Brian Eselu is truly talented and a creative choreographer. These are truly men that portray the spirit of Hawaiian warriors in the day. To all the young guys in Waianae instead of messing with drugs and doing nonsense. Go and learn your identity and culture...

This is one of the tunes that My older Sister turned me onto in 1967 when I was 11 yrs old. Listen to the words everyone there is a beautiful message while Lani Hall is singing. Checkout the harpsichord playing nothing like that today. "So Many Stars" is another beautiful Love Song"

Portuguese Language is such a romantic language. I love Bossa Nova music & Sergio Mendes...........

When I hear this tune it takes me far away with no care in the world or at present. One thing about beautiful music it can make you feel free and and lift your soul to a level that no one may know even if it's just for a moment. I pick the best songs and instrumentals for my own personal enjoyme...

I love Bossa Nova Music. When Sergio Mendes & Brasil 66 came onto the scene it was so cool. My Mom had all the albums and this song "For Me" is one of many favorites that I love from this group. I'm so glad I was a kid inthe 60's and listening to al this beautiful music.

Leave it to Henry Mancini to jazz it up for the Disco period while blending the original tune with this jazzier beat. I find it interesting and cool. Mancini is a cool kat and I love his genius. Thank you for posting this.

The Okinawan People have suffered between the two powers of Japan and the United States. Almost half of the population was killed and The Japanese sacrificed The Ryukyus to the US in pact deal. Okinawans had their own culture & language before Japan annexed them. Cultural suicide much like how...

James Shigeta is a Nisei from Hawaii. He is one of the early actors with an Asian background and have roots in Hawaii. Others Asians like Kelly Hu, Keanu Reeves, Tia Carrere, and others making a mark on the American cinema.

Much Kudos to Betty Nguyen. I am from Hawaii and I am Hapa and there are many of us here. You and anyone like us would feel comfortable. I am glad that you clarified the word Hapa as a Hawaiian word and now being used from long ago to describe our island people. I embrace my Hapa Asian ancest...

I like this song very much. I am sure this is a hit if not already. Adam & Christina collaborated on this quite well.

Dia looks like some of our local Hapa women in Hawaii. Though she did not win I think she is talented and am sure someone will pick her up for a contract. In the beginning I loved her innocence and humbleness to the audience. It is better to be Thankful and not be a braggart. If your talented...

In 1996 I heard this song by Paul Hardcastle and I could absolutely relate to the words on this beautiful song to his Mother. My Mom passed away that year and she was a very spiritual person upon hearing this song I just absolutely cried my heart out and had dealt with my own grief for over a y...

Thank you for posting this. Wow! I am so amazed that this is Diane singing this song at 10 yrs old. She doesn't sound like a ten yr old but a grown up voice and then the slower more beautiful arrangement of another beautiful song "September in the Rain" I can feel her emotion in the song and the...

Yes! I agree with many of the comments here that Diane Schuur has an incredible voice. I put her in good company with the greats that have passed on like Ella Fitzgerald, Sarah Vaughn,etc. I love the rendition of this tune and the arrangements make me feel that it is evening and midnight around...

I first saw Diane Schuur on the Johnny Carson show and just loved her voice I've been a fan ever since. I bought mostly all her Cd's and when she came to Honolulu, Hawaii for a concert at the NBC. She did not disappoint and it was surely class. I hope she can return again. I love this talented...

FYI: The word Hapa is a Hawaiian word that describe being half. It was used mostly amongst Hawaiians who were part Caucasians. They called them Haole's thus Hapa-Haole. This term began to be used amongst the Asians who came to Hawaii during the immigration plantation period. There are many H...

I have several albums from Liz Damon & the Orient Express from 70's we all liked her her and thought she was hot. Of course those days the maniland Guys never heard of her unless they lived in Hawaii. Thank you for the memories........

I think the girl from Hawaii did pretty good for herself. I can appreciate Barbara Lewis's & Yvonne Elliman's versions they are both kool.

By looking at these snapshot of this dancer's face. I can see that she has captured a mysterious quality from her eyes and the feeling that she loves doing this dance art. Good job filming this............

I wish this was filmed in it's entire dance segment so that I could look at the foot and hand motions withpout the close ups of the dancer's face. The makeup is beautiful and matches the aura of this dance Udui Kuwadisa.

This udui is Kubama Bushi and choreographed by Majikina Honryu whose founder the past Living cultural Treasure Majikina Yuko Iemoto. This dance originated from the Yaeyama Islands.