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

After decades of being denied by the government, the Ainu people have finally been recognised as the indigenous people of Japan. But a Māori commentator based in Japan says the Ainu are still fighting for real and meaningful recognition of indigenous rights and says Māori should support their cause. Hania Douglas - Te Karere reports. | Te Karere