Bring Minyo Back

Minyo Crusaders have embarked on the mission-to revive the traditional Japanese folk song Minyo. Their approach: They blend Minyo from all corners of Japan with Latin and Afro beats, creating a rich modern rhythm. This film provides an intimate glimpse into the world of Minyo Crusaders and their innovative process of 'bringing Minyo' to contemporary audiences. AFTER THE SCREENING THERE WILL BE A Q&A WITH THE DIRECTOR YUJI MORIWAKI.
Competition 2022 Japan 90 min language: Japanese subtitles: English

Bring Minyo Back

M inyo Crusaders have embarked on the mission-to revive the traditional Japanese folk Minyo. Their approach? They blend Minyo from all corners of Japan with Latin and Afro beats, creating a rich modern rhythm. This film provides an intimate glimpse into the world of Minyo Crusaders and their innovative process of 'bringing Minyo' to contemporary audiences.

The band toured in 2019 through different countries, including Colombia, where they experimented with updating Minyo with the local forms of cumbia.

Directed by: Yuji Moriwaki