Kimono Hip Hop
1996.07.09
Born in his father's country, the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Due to the effects of the civil war
We moved to Japan when the baby was two months old.
I grew up in Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture until I was 11 years old.
A nursery school that provides Buddhist education from a young age.
(Currently Takaoka Horin Certified Children's Center)
While attending school, she was educated primarily by the Bible by her parents.
During high school, I was exposed to the Ogasawara school of etiquette.
As a Japanese Black person, he embodies his roots through creative activities such as painting and rap, expressing his inner world.
It expresses the spirit of a traditional Japanese woman.
Music
Alternative Rap
- Princesse de la Sape -
A queen who lives bravely and magnificently in a kimono.
I am truly proud of both of my roots.
In the Democratic Republic of Congo, which is their roots
There is a group called the Sapeurs.
They express their opposition to violence through their attire.
They advocate for peace.
In Japan, my mother's country where I grew up
A woman with inner strength
This is called Yamato Nadeshiko (a traditional Japanese ideal of feminine beauty).
Wearing a kimono
Without using the N-word, F-word, or D-word
Facing life's difficulties with grace
I will definitely seize the light.
ART
Black & Gold
The darkness of this world, the spiritual world, the inner radiance
Expressed through color scheme.
Minerals from my homeland Congo
It is also produced using child labor.
I see this as a problem.
The author's own roots
A powerful expression that portrays one aspect of Africa.
The art materials are traditional Japanese art materials.
(Washi paper, ink, and gold paint were used.)
My work brings daily joy and
I hope this will serve as an opportunity for people to think about social issues.
MEDIA
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