Storyline
Modern kite maker Tom Joe seeks to preserve the craft of kite making as well as the traditional Asian folklore behind it. Alan Takemoto illustrates Tom Joe’s tales of the Polynesian fish kite made from leaves and branches to fool fish; the Chinese general whose trapped army fashioned a fighting kite; and Shirone, the “kite crazy town” in Japan where 20-foot fighting kites duel in magnificent matches. Children will be inspired to try making these kites.
Key Information
Cast & Crew
Tom Joe
kite maker
Yuki Shimoda
narrator
Frequently Asked Questions
Kites and Other Tales was released on January 1, 1975.
The runtime of Kites and Other Tales is 13m.
Kites and Other Tales is a Documentary movie.
Kites and Other Tales is available to watch. Check streaming platforms and theaters near you.
Kites and Other Tales was directed by Alan Ohashi.
The main cast of Kites and Other Tales includes Tom Joe, Yuki Shimoda.
Kites and Other Tales is originally in English.