- This Traveltalks entry looks at pre-World War II Tokyo, highlighting the influences of Western culture.
- One of the three largest cities in the world and growing, Tokyo, the capital of Japan, is a mix of western modernism and far east traditionalism, the latter where its heart lies. That modernism is partly accounted for due to the massive earthquake and fire of 1923 which led to much of the city needing to be rebuilt following. This travelogue starts with one of the old, the palace of the Emperor, a member of the oldest living royal dynasty in the world. Despite its name and appearance, the Imperial Hotel, which did survive the quake, is a modern structure designed by an American architect. The next stop is Theater Street, which highlights the Japanese love of the arts. Next, a demonstration of the ancient martial art of jujitsu is presented, its principle to use an opponent's strength against him. March 3rd is Doll Festival Day, the focus on the dolls teaching little girls how to be good mothers. Conversely for the boys of Japan is May 5th, when carp kites are flown to honor the deeds of ancestors. The travelogue's final stop is Tokyo harbor where old fashioned junks are seen side-by-side with modern cruise liners and cargo ships.—Huggo
- This short documentary depicts the world of the Japanese capitol in the mid-1930s, emphasizing the influence of Western culture on the architecture, dress, and activities of Tokyo. A brief description is given of the massive earthquake which led to rebuilding of much of the city. Children are seen playing in activities that are either ancient or quite modern in their roots. Finally, examples of the old and new in Japanese shipping are exhibited.—Jim Beaver <jumblejim@prodigy.net>
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