Neighborhood Tokyo (1992)

Neighborhood Tokyo (1992) poster

Miyamoto-cho is a community of Mom-and-Pop stores and family enterprises located near the center of Tokyo. Competition from supermarkets and shopping centers threatens the livelihoods of long-term residents. High land prices tempt owners to tear down old homes and replace them with apartment buildings; this in turn is changing the composition of the population. Against this backdrop, residents strive to maintain the close social ties, symbols of local identity, and community rituals that keep Miyamoto-cho from becoming just another mailing address. Theodore Bestor began his research here in 1979. His prize winning book of the same name is available through Stanford University Press. This documentary is one of a series depicting the variety of life in today's Japan in the context of human problems common to all industrial nations. A comprehensive study guide is available.

Director: Theodore C. Bestor
Genre: Documentary
Runtime: 29 min
Release Date:
Country: Japan
Language: English, 日本語
Original Language: en

Keywords

community, tokyo, japan, family, festival, neighborhood

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Neighborhood Tokyo about?
Miyamoto-cho is a community of Mom-and-Pop stores and family enterprises located near the center of Tokyo. Competition from supermarkets and shopping centers threatens the livelihoods of long-term residents. High land prices tempt owners to tear down old homes and replace them with apartment buildings; this in turn is changing the composition of the population. Against this backdrop, residents strive to maintain the close social ties, symbols of local identity, and community rituals that keep Miyamoto-cho from becoming just another mailing address. Theodore Bestor began his research here in 1979. His prize winning book of the same name is available through Stanford University Press. This documentary is one of a series depicting the variety of life in today's Japan in the context of human problems common to all industrial nations. A comprehensive study guide is available.
Who directed Neighborhood Tokyo?
Neighborhood Tokyo was directed by Theodore C. Bestor.
How long is Neighborhood Tokyo?
Neighborhood Tokyo has a runtime of 29m (29 minutes).
What genre is Neighborhood Tokyo?
Neighborhood Tokyo is a Documentary film.
Where was Neighborhood Tokyo produced?
Neighborhood Tokyo was produced in Japan.