“I was moved by the beauty of transitioning from the past to the present, and the connection between the ancient world and the world of today,” said Shiko Matsubo, who is a tea ceremony association president. “I felt that the artists were expressing themselves by uniting the earth and the heavens, and I felt the courage and energy of their work.”
“The beauty of the costumes and the skill of the dancers were truly overwhelming,” Arisa Fujimoto, who is a soprano, said. “Among them, each performer had a unique facial expression, acting style, and way of expressing themselves, and I thought that was very interesting. The performances were captivating and truly fascinating.”
“I have just learned for the first time that music has a medicinal effect, and it certainly has a soothing and healing effect on the mind,” said Hidetaka Imamiya, who is a hospital director.
“I enjoyed the image of the backdrop, which was very three-dimensional. And the dancing was excellent,” said Kozo Takahoshi, who is the head of a company.
“It was my first time seeing a performance like this and I enjoyed it very much. I found it energetic, dynamic and very enjoyable,” said Shinyuki Kumazawa, who is an assistant district governor.
“It's not just their rich history and tradition; the dance is captivating, the music is beautiful, it is wonderful. I also appreciate the meaningful message they convey. Unlike in Japan, their expressive style is realistic, making it feel even more authentic,” said Sasaki, who is a university professor.
“Traditional culture should be passed onto future generations, from children to adults. People from China should also come and see [Shen Yun] and pass it on to future generations,” said Kensaku Mori, who is a company president.
“I believe that mastering anything requires immense training, emotional control, and great strength. And [the artists] have all mastered this, shining so brightly with beautiful smiles. You shone so brightly, and I really felt your strength,” said Yumi Fujimoto, who was the Miss Kimono winner in 1987.
