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有田 和義（Kazuyoshi Arita）

This video, titled "The Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA)｜Promoting the Practical Application of Electric Planes. It was released by "ikinamo Japan." In this video, the Japan Aerospace Exploration Agency (JAXA) introduces an electric propulsion system for an aircraft that they have on display. As electric vehicles are becoming more commonplace, they are aiming for the practical application of electric planes, as there is a demand for emission-free. Electric planes, which use electric motors and are good for resources and the environment, are attracting attention from around the world for their practical use. This video introduces the benefits of electric planes and the future of electric planes with video footage, so if you're interested in learning more, be sure to check it out.

This video, titled "Norn Minakami Ski Resort 2017-2018 PV (LONG Ver.)" (ノルン水上スキー場2017-2018PV(LONGver)), was released by "Non Minakami Ski Resort Official GOOGLE Account" (ノルン水上スキー場公式GOOGLEアカウント). The Norn Minakami Ski Resort in the Minakami area of Gunma Prefecture, is an expansive ski area located on the eastern slope of the saddle between Mt. Azumaya and Mt. Omine. As the Norn Minakami Ski Resort is only about an hour and 40 minutes from the city center and about 3 km from the nearest interchange, many people from the Kanto area come here for skiing trips. Asama, Myogi, and Mt. Nikko Shirane, all of which are among the 100 most famous mountains in Japan, can be seen from the slopes. You can enjoy skiing and snowboarding all day long because the resort is open until late at night!

This video, titled "Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort / Spring Season 2020PV" (奥只見丸山スキー場 / 春シーズン2020PV), was produced by "Okutadami Sightseeing" (奥只見観光). You can ski 100% natural powdery slopes at Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort in Uonuma City, Niigata Prefecture! Since there is snowfall from November all the way to April, it's also a recommended ski area for those who want to ski in late autumn or early spring. The video shows snow vehicles carefully preparing the slope and the starry sky seen from Okutadami Maruyama Ski Resort at night. There are also popular spots around the ski resort, such as the scenic Lake Okutadami and Ozegahara.

This video, titled "2018-2019 SAPPORO TEINE PV," was released by "TEINE CHANNEL ～サッポロテイネ公式～." The Sapporo Teine Highland Ski Center is a ski center located on Mt. Teine in Teine, Sapporo City, and is easily accessible just 7 minutes from the interchange. Hokkaido's ski resorts have good snow quality and attract many skiers from Japan and abroad, and the Sapporo Teine Highland Ski Center is no exception. With excellent powder and abundant snowfall, both beginners and advanced skiers can enjoy skiing and snowboarding to the fullest at the Sapporo Teine Highland Ski Center. Have a great time skiing from Mt. Teine, where you can enjoy the magnificent views of Ishikari Bay and Mt. Shokanbetsu!

This video is titled "[Production Results] Norikura Ski Resort PR Video" (【制作実績】乗鞍スキー場 PR映像). It was released by "CLAYSYS Incorporated" (株式会社CLAYSYS). The Norikura Ski Resort in Matsumoto City, Nagano Prefecture has over 20 vast routes. Enjoy skiing on the Kamoshika course where you can enjoy side country skiing, family courses, and more! Norikura is located at a high altitude of about 2000 meters, and on a clear day, you can enjoy a magnificent view of the central Alps. The Norikura area has some of the best hot springs with milky white water, perfect for relaxing after a long day of skiing!

This video, titled "Japanese Food - $300 HIGH END SUSHI Teruzushi SUSHIBAE Japan" was produced by Travel Thirsty. Takayoshi Watanabe, the owner of Teruzushi, a sushi restaurant in Tobata, Kitakyushu, makes a variety of sushi. Takayoshi Watanabe's knife handling is nothing short of brilliant. The video is quite long, at nearly 40 minutes, but it's well worth the watch! The eel sushi that appears at 15:15 is absolutely amazing. The rest of the sushi is also tantalizing. If you don't get a chance to visit Japan often, watch this video to get your fill! Also, check out Takayoshi Watanabe's facial expressions...

This video, titled "Japan’s "Last Ninja" Explains The Naruto Run | EVERYDAY BOSSES #9," was released by Asian Boss. Asian Boss is a media company based in South Korea, and their videos show real life in Asia. Their mission is to "bridge the social and cultural gap," and they use video to break down prejudices and stereotypes. Through storytelling, they challenges people to remain curious, think critically, and take action to bring the world closer together. Asian Boss' Hiroko introduces Kawakami Jinichi, who works as a ninja at Tenmangu Shrine. It is said that the "symbols" that Kawakami expresses with his hands are rooted in Buddhist philosophy.

This video, titled "Parkour Ninja Assassins" was released by TokyoCatch. Three ninja assassins show off their dynamic moves to catch a thief in Tokyo. When most people hear "Japanese culture," they think of ninjas. If you like ninjas, action movies, and historical dramas, consider checking out the video! It's only 4 minutes long, so you can enjoy it in your free time. At 2:48, you can see the ninja jumping from one building to another. The real highlight is at 3:00, though. You can enjoy a heated battle between a ninja and a thief.

This video is titled "RENTING KIMONO + IMPERIAL PALACE." It was produced by PeachMilky. In this video, you can see PeachyMilky trying on a kimono at a kimono rental service. At the kimono rental shop in Asakusa, you can rent a kimono for sightseeing. In the latter half of the video, you can see Chidorigafuchi, a famous cherry blossom viewing spot in Tokyo's Chiyoda Ward.

This video is titled "Ikebukuro・Halloween Cosplay Parade in Ikebukuro! Sexy ONE PIECE Team and Cool Metal Gear! Ikebukuro Cosplay Vol. 1" (池袋でハロウィン・コスプレパレード！SexyなONE PIECEチームやカッコいいメタルギアも♪池袋街コスレポVol.1). It was released by "ikebukurotv." The Ikebukuro Halloween Cosplay Festival introduced in the video, is a Halloween event held every year around Halloween, in which many cosplayers participate. The event is sponsored by Dwango, Toshima Ward, and Sunshine, which runs the video service niconico. You can enjoy delicious food in cosplay on the streets and there are also stage events. This video shows the cosplay parade that takes place on Sunshine Street! Cosplayers are also asked what it is they enjoy about cosplay in interviews in the video!