The video is a tutorial on creating a traditional Japanese dango, or rice ball, using a mixture of sandy soil and clayey soil. The process involves creating a spherical ball with sandy soil, drying it, and then adding layers of clayey soil around it. The ball is then rotated slowly inside a pot to create a smooth, hard exterior. The ball is then rested in the fridge to remove excess water and reduce the risk of the ball becoming sticky. The process is repeated multiple times until the dango is perfect. The video also discusses the importance of patience and wisdom in the process, and how the activity promotes these qualities in children. The video also mentions the creation of a variety of dangos with different colored crusts by mixing different types of soil.
1. The speaker is demonstrating how to make a toro Dango, a Japanese traditional activity often done by children.
2. The process involves making a mud cake that is typically eaten with sweet rice.
3. The materials required include sandy soil, a mixture of materials bought from a flower shop, and a clayey soil with small particles.
4. The speaker uses a Polish ceramic pot and a soft cloth during the process.
5. The first step is to create a small ball with the sandy soil, which is then shaped into a sphere.
6. The sphere is then shaped into a round shape by adding layers of Red Earth and Black Earth.
7. The speaker then rotates the ball in the pot slowly to create a smooth surface.
8. Any imperfections are corrected by adding clayey earth and tapping gently.
9. The process of adding earth and removing it is repeated several times to achieve the desired shine.
10. The final product is a perfect and very hard ball with a natural shine.