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For 40 years, Minoru Shinojima has opposed mining on Mount Buko, a mountain formed 200 million years ago in Saitama prefecture.

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  • See Minoru Shinojima's 40-year fight against mining.
  • Find out about the geological history of Mt. Buko.
  • Meet the cultural significance of a beloved Japanese mountain.

Did You Know

  • Minoru Shinojima has opposed mining Mt. Buko for 40 years.
  • Mt. Buko was formed 200 million years ago due to tectonic activity.
  • Tokugawa Ieyasu, founder of the Tokugawa shogunate, loved Mt. Buko.
  • Myouken bodhisattva is linked to the folklore of Mt. Buko.

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Environmental activistsJapanese folklore enthusiastsExperimental film fans
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Who directed IDOMU II?

IDOMU II was directed by Minoru Shinojima.

What is the duration of IDOMU II?

IDOMU II has a duration of 30 minutes.

What mountain is featured in IDOMU II?

The mountain featured in IDOMU II is Mount Buko, which is located in Saitama prefecture, Chichibu city.

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