A Monk Who Wears Heels (Video-Doku, jp/en OV, en UT)

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A Monk Who Wears Heels

49m 00s Broadcast on March 5, 2022 Available until March 5, 2025

https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/ondem...o/3004836/

Kodo Nishimura is a Buddhist monk, a makeup artist and an LGBTQ+ activist. While at first glance these 3 facets of his identity may seem to be entirely separate, the common thread running through them is a desire to live life as the person you most want to be. Current law is not sensitive to LGBTQ+ issues in Japan, a nation where same-sex marriage is not formally recognized, and awareness of related matters is not well developed at the individual or societal level. In this challenging environment, Kodo Nishimura builds on his own experience of harnessing Buddhist teachings to overcome adversity and raise awareness of sexual discrimination. Through 6 months of close coverage, we showcase his concern for those who struggle with their identity, and his empowering message to be true to who you really are.

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Find Your Own Color: Kodo Nishimura / Buddhist Monk, Makeup Artist

15m 00s Broadcast on August 10, 2021 Available until October 14, 2022 

https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/en/ondem...o/2058796/

Kodo Nishimura blends his duties as a Buddhist monk with work as a makeup artist. He speaks from experience about overcoming adversity, being true to yourself, and what it means to be different.

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