For centuries, the Ainu people of Hokkaido have developed a unique indigenous culture. One of the distinctive parts of their culture includes the traditional Ainu patterns, which were believed to keep evil spirits at bay. While in Club Med Sahoro Hokkaido, look out for the Ainu-inspired designs while being surrounded by the beautiful mountains in Hokkaido > https://clbmd.co/SahoroHokkaidoXHistory #ClubMedxHISTORY #ClubMedSahoro | HISTORY

1K reactions · 180 shares | The Ainu are the indigenous people of Japan. Discover more about their culture and history at Upopoy National Ainu Museum and Park. | Visit Japan International | Facebook

The Ainu people are the indigenous people of Japan. And like here in Aotearoa, it's a daily struggle to keep their language, arts and traditions alive. And as Irena Smith - Te Karere discovered the mission to maintain their unique identity is becoming harder. | Te Karere