|
The fall has come to Japan, and it is around this time that the rice is harvested, leaving behind it huge amounts of straw to be hanged and dried. However, in some rural areas of Japan, they make even better use of the straw - by making huge statues from them!
And if you want to see the very best of them, go visit Kagawa Prefecture or Niigata Prefecture, which have the most lovely 'Straw art festivals', for the unending delight of the local children.
|
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
Submitted by user: Bronhilda D.
This Sculptor From the Renaissance Era Changed the World
Donatello was an incredible sculpture that contributed greatly to Renaissance art, and created numerous beautiful masterpieces
Residents of Tokyo Take Snowman-Building to the Next Level
When the citizens of Tokyo were struck with heavy snowfall this year, they decided to make the most unique snowmen and snow sculptures out of it
7 Ancient Helmets That Will Blow Your Mind
In this article, we will be taking an up-close look at 7 ancient helmets and their archeological, cultural, and historical background.
A Side Of the Louvre You Never Thought to Look For
The Louvre is the treasure of Paris, and filled with hundreds of thousands of smaller, but equally incredible treasures to fill you with awe
These 10 Invaluable World Treasures Were Never Recovered
All 10 of these valuable treasures have a mysterious fate, as they were all stolen or lost not so long ago and never recovered
8:56
The Art of Stone Carving Has Been Brought Back to Life!
This amazing artist makes creating sculptures look almost easy, but watch the video to know the real heart and work that goes into it.
Have You Ever Seen Banana Art? 15 Lovely Illustrations
Art can be created on virtually anything. For Anna Chojnicka, the unconventional canvas of choice is... a banana! Check out her lovely illustrations.
4:29
A Musical Treat: The Evolution of Music!
This a cappella performance of different musical styles through the ages will leave you speechless.
6:45
These Acrobats Are On a New Level!
These women will give you a show you'll never forget! I never knew people could be so graceful.
6:21
This Dance Troupe Literally Lit Up the Place!
The group The Blackouts recently reached the semi-finals of the show, soared above the stage, and left all the viewers in awe.
This Artwork Is So Small it's Hard to Believe it's Real
Hasan Kale loves to paint, and for his canvases he uses any tiny thing he can get his hands on. The results are absolutely breathtaking!
See the World’s Proverbs Turned Into Funny Cartoons!
Artist James Chapman loves proverbs. Here are 20 collected from around the world and illustrated marvelously. The wisdom of these leaps right from the page.
4:56
Andre Rieu Plays in Full New York Concert!
In this video we get a FULL concert of Andre Riéuplaying in New York City and celebrating its incredible history.
5:06
The Blind Orchestra - Amazing!
Cairo's Egyptian Blind Girls Chamber Orchestra has been called "a thing of light and hope". That is because every member of this orchestra - is blind
22:59
Every Music Lover Must Hear This Guitar Duo Perform
Listen to this dazzling guitar performance by the unique musical ensemble called the ShowHawk Duo.
8:06
Wow! This Man's Magic Skills Know no Bounds
Shin Lim wows the judges and the audience again on the popular magic show Fool Us.
13:06
Don't Miss These Unreal Magic Tricks by Famous Illusionists
Look at some of the great illusionists of the world enacting some truly unreal magic tricks. You will be left scratching your head at these.
These Lovely Bird Paper Sculptures Look Stunningly Real
At first glance, the dazzling paper sculptures by the artist Diana Beltran Herrera look like real living birds and butterflies...
24:24
Enjoy a Classic Beethoven Piece in 360 Degrees!
Enjoy looking at the different musicians as they create gorgeous music, so you enjoy with both ears and eyes!
16:44
Impress Your Guests by Learning How to Carve Fruit
If you want to learn how to carve fruit into various different shapes and sizes, then check out this awesome video.
This Artist Turned Her Unique Paper Art Into a Living
Portuguese artist Sena Runa's beautiful paper quilling art has resulted in her amassing a staggering 100,000 followers. Take a look at her unique work here.
4:02
Listen to This Stunning Rendition of a Christmas Classic
Pentatonix is an acapella group that is known throughout the world for its members' singing ability. Listen to them perform a Christmas classic in this video.
15 Cute Pictures With a Deep Inspirational Subtext
These wonderful pictures are guaranteed to inspire you and brighten your day!
1:48:00
What a Musical Extravaganza! A Concert of Sublime Variety
I adore music, all of it. So I couldn't believe my ears when I heard this talented cello duo wow an audience with classical, film, pop and rock music.
The Best Netflix Movies to Enjoy in 2025
ere are the ten standout movies we'd like to recommend. Films that have captured both critical acclaim and audience attention this year.
9:06
Does a $1 Million Cello Sound Better Than a Standard One?
Talented cellist Wendy Law plays Bach's Suite No 1 on three differently priced cellos - can you hear the difference?
5:48
André Rieu's Rendition of This Song Brings Me to Tears
One of the most moving performances I've heard in a long time. It is a classic example of the power of music to move you.
3:44
This Cirque du Soleil Performance Will Make Your Jaw Drop
It's no wonder that the Cirque du Soleil is the most famous acrobatic troupe in the world when they're capable of performances like these. Watch it right here.
3:44
Watch: This Visual Dance Act Is Out of This World!
The amazing dancing couple, Another Kind of Blue, bring new and exciting techniques to Britain’s Got Talent.
Ancient History Comes to Life With These Reconstructions
Take a look at these amazing reconstructions of the faces of famous people from ancient Greece and Rome.
8 Mistakes Even Famous Masterpieces Have
As perfect as these works of art are, inaccuracies (be they intentional or not) have been noted.
5:00
A Thrilling A Capella Performance!
An Amazing A Capella Version of Michael Jackson's Thriller!
Don't Be Fooled! These Pretty Creations are Actually Cakes
Have you ever seen spring-themed buttercream creations as beautiful as these?
2:27
Watching These Two Dance Brings a Huge Smile to My Face
This cute senior couple, Dietmar and Nellia are just too good at swing dancing, and here they are showing us what they've got.
2:47
This Adorable 5 Year Old Plays the Piano Like a Virtuoso
This 5 year old plays piano so well, she's a real master of the craft.
15 Times People Made Stunning Art Pieces Out of Quilts
Admire these amazingly beautiful and artistic-looking quilts.
3:06
Andre Rieu Plays Kalinka Like You've Never Seen It!
Hope you enjoy this wonderful performance as much as the people in this fantastic crowd did.
1:42
Listen to ‘The Sound Of Silence' Like Never Before
Listen to this magical guitar performance of the famous song ‘The Sound Of Silence' filmed in the middle of a blizzard.
These 3D Embroidery Designs Look Like Real Food
Marvel at the stunning 3D food embroideries created by the artist Youmeng Liu.
Treat Your Eyes to 10 Gorgeous Spanish Paintings!
Spain played a major role in the history of Western art. Here are 10 famous Spanish painters and their masterpieces.
35:34
If This Heavenly Music Doesn't Lift You, Then Nothing Will
Sarah Chang plays an amazing violin concerto that you will never forget.
Hiroshige Is One Classic Japanese Artist You Must Know!
Immerse yourself into 19th-century Japanese culture through the magnificent prints of Hiroshige, the last great master of the famous ukiyo-e art tradition.
2:36
This Japanese Animal Tale is Unlike Any Other...
In this standout performance from NTV Japan’s Masquerade, a group of contestants brings to life a charming tale of a duck family.
Can You See the Faces in These Mind-Bending Paintings?
Portraits by Oleg Shuplyak are special because they are very clever optical illusions. Can you see all the famous figures in these paintings?
6:59
Mix Classical Music With Castanets, And You Get Magic!
It's impossible not to fall in love with this magical mix of different musical styles
3:33
Have Some Fun With an Incredible Mariachi Performance
Stop your daily routine for a moment and go on a journey to magical Mexico through uplifting music.
2:37
Have You Ever Seen A Cello Performance Like This?
2Cellos are a hugely succesfuly cellist duo hailing from Croatia. Watch them perform their latest single, "Vivaldi", in this next clip:
To enable your Ad-Free Subscription, please fill the fields below
Your subscription was successful, now you can enjoy an ad-free experience!! Note: To make sure you get no ads, please make sure to log in to your account. If you are logged in already, then refresh the page. The subscription can be cancelled at any time.
