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Season 1

Episodes

1. Bento
Apr 14, 2008

About the origins and evolution of the Japanese "boxed lunchset".

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2. Miyazawa Kenji
Apr 21, 2008

No overview available.

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3. Lacquerware
Apr 28, 2008

No overview available.

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4. Rakugo
May 5, 2008

No overview available.

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5. Tsukiji Market
May 12, 2008

A short look on the history, present and future of the famous fishmarket in Tsukiji, Tokyo.

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6. Yoshoku
May 19, 2008

Explaining the integration of Western meals into the Japanese diet.

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7. Kyudo
May 26, 2008

Kyodo (loosely translatable to "archery") is not so much about hitting the target as it is all about the form, skill and practice of the art.

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8. Tea Ceremony Architecture
Jun 2, 2008

No overview available.

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9. Dagashi-ya
Jun 9, 2008

A look at the phenomenon of dagashi-ya ("thrifty sweetshops") and the role they played in a community and it's growing resurgence in modern society

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10. Nihon Buyo
Jun 16, 2008

No overview available.

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11. Abacus
Jun 23, 2008

The "soroban" (Abacus) - a calculation tool no longer used in the Western world but still a common sight in Japan, where education and businesses use it with great succes.

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12. Ryukyu Kimono
Jun 30, 2008

No overview available.

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13. Bamboo
Jul 14, 2008

Bamboo, a native Japanese plant of the tree family, has many uses. This episode explores a few, such as tools, decoration and even as food.

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14. Shirakawa-go
Jul 21, 2008

No overview available.

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15. Fireworks
Jul 28, 2008

During the Japanese summer, fireworks are a daily phenomenon, as such, this episode shows it's origin, production and techniques.

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16. Hanging Scrolls
Aug 17, 2008

The wall scroll is not just used for decoration, it has a special role during the tea ceremony that is still practiced in Japan. From the special placement in a room to the padding of the scroll itself, everything must considered.

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17. The Tale of Genji: Part 1
Aug 24, 2008

The first part of two episodes focussing on the ancient Japanese epic that left a huge impact on the cultural history of Japan, "The tale of Genji", written in the Heian period. This part details the author, characters and plot.

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18. The Tale of Genji: Part 2
Aug 31, 2008

Part two continues with a look on the Heian period and the effect the epic had on Japanese cultural history.

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19. Matcha
Sep 7, 2008

Matcha, the powdered residue of ground green tea leafs, has been a key ingredient in the Japanese tea ceremony for more than a millenium, but nowadays it's also being used in more than just tea.

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20. Tokyo Tower
Sep 14, 2008

A key player in the skyline of Tokyo, Tokyo Tower is a source of entertainment and inspiration. A look on it's construction and influence.

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21. Dashi
Sep 21, 2008

No overview available.

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22. Oribe-yaki (pottery)
Sep 28, 2008

No overview available.

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23. The Colorful World of Utagawa Hiroshige
Oct 5, 2008

No overview available.

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24. The Seven Gods of Good Fortune
Oct 12, 2008

No overview available.

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25. Sushi
Oct 19, 2008

This episodes investigates the staple Japanese food, "Sushi" via it's origins and ingredients.

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26. Mikoshi (portable shrines)
Oct 26, 2008

No overview available.

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27. Yuzen Kimono
Nov 2, 2008

No overview available.

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28. Buddhist Statues
Nov 9, 2008

No overview available.

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29. Hot Springs
Nov 16, 2008

No overview available.

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30. Fish
Nov 23, 2008

No overview available.

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31. Tatami (straw mats)
Dec 1, 2008

No overview available.

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32. Castles
Dec 8, 2008

During Japan's civil war era, many castles were erected as strongholds and displays of power by the local warlords.

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33. Miso
Dec 15, 2008

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