Updated traditional Cambodian instruments to include western music scale
Though they are based on the traditional versions, the updated instruments allow players to switch between the Khmer tones and the western musical scale.
Khmer woven seagrass baskets in demand abroad
Although seagrass has great potential as a luxury handicraft product with viable export markets, it is an endangered plant.
Celebrating joy with traditional Tibetan culture
Weddings celebrated in Tibetan culture usually consist of rituals such as presenting traditional Tibetan artefacts like hada, chemar, and barley wine.
Hokkaido: Film shines light on life with Russians after WWII
Both the reality and existence of the widely unknown “mixed residences” are introduced in the film, which focuses on the childhood experience of 80-year-old Junzo Yoshioka.
HK encouraged to make culture industry a core strength
Under the nation’s 14th Five-Year Plan, Hong Kong is set to make use of its markets to build the cultural industry into a new engine for economic development.
Locally themed capsule toys spur charm of rediscovering niche areas in Japan
Featuring Urawa, Omiya and other cities, the capsule toys contain not only items related to famous places, but also themes close to the hearts of local people.
Street food fiesta, treasure hunts: Little India gears up for Deepavali
The streets of Little India will be lit for the celebrations from September 16 till November 13, featuring colourful lights and decorations revolving around the theme of dancing…
Glamorise me: Makeover photo shoots catching on among camera-confident youngsters
Initial target clients for these studios were aspiring actresses and K-pop stars, but more than 90 per cent of the clients now are ordinary people.
Creating against the tide: Indonesia’s ethnic artists dare to push the bounds
In a country with strong religious underpinnings, Indonesian ethnic artists face unique challenges in pursuing their craft and preserving their cultures.
Embodying the spirit of Merdeka, local brands celebrate the country in style
Local retail brand Apom, in their second year of Project #empatbelas, is featuring 14 selected designers across Malaysia to reimagine their pride for the country.