On 20 April, Japanese Samurai actors from Toei Kyoto Studio Co.,Ltd in Kyoto performed a samurai street show at Chatswood Mall in Willoughby which included a sword action sequence.
The Union of Kansai Governments organised it as one of their special feature events to promote tourism in the Kansai region. CLAIR Sydney supported the union by assisting with the application to Willoughby Council to use the venue, guiding members around the event space and administrative duties on the day.
The professional samurai actors performed a powerful ‘Tate’ or sword fight sequence and even got members of the audience to join in. A lot of people enjoyed the performance. Even though it was a short one hour performance, it was an effective media opportunity for the Union of Kansai Governments as the performance was picked up by local Japanese media outlets.
