Begin Japanology

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Season 2

Episodes

1. Nishijin-ori
Jan 19, 2009

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2. Kyoto Lacquerware
Jan 26, 2009

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3. Sake
Feb 2, 2009

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4. Katsura Rikyu
Feb 9, 2009

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5. Bonsai
Feb 16, 2009

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6. The Four Seasons
Feb 23, 2009

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7. Hina Dolls
Mar 2, 2009

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8. Nagasaki
Mar 9, 2009

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9. Five-Storey Pagodas
Mar 16, 2009

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10. Cherry Blossoms
Mar 23, 2009

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11. Chopsticks
Apr 3, 2009

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12. Aizome
Apr 10, 2009

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13. Bunraku
Apr 17, 2009

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14. Kiriko Cut Glass
Apr 24, 2009

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15. Traditional Folk Houses
May 8, 2009

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16. Tea Ceremony
May 15, 2009

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17. Soba
May 22, 2009

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18. Origami
May 29, 2009

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19. Imari Porcelain
Jun 5, 2009

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20. Folding Fan
Jun 19, 2009

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21. Kaiseki Cuisine
Jul 10, 2009

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22. The Sounds of Japan
Jul 17, 2009

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23. Masks
Jul 24, 2009

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24. Satoyama
Jul 31, 2009

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25. Kendo
Aug 29, 2009

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26. The Fragrances of Japan
Sep 4, 2009

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27. Spinning Tops
Sep 11, 2009

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28. Rock and Stone
Sep 18, 2009

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29. Ink Brushes
Sep 25, 2009

Since ancient times, people in Japan have devoted themselves to the traditional art of calligraphy, shodo. Writing characters with ink on paper, they create works that express the inherent beauty of the Japanese written language. In shodo, brushes are used for applying the ink to the paper. The expressiveness of the characters derives from variations in the speed and force that the calligrapher uses to move the brush. The brushes themselves are simple objects, made from bundles of animal hair or other materials bundled together and fixed to a shaft. The actual materials used will depend on the style of calligraphy that is desired. On this edition of BEGIN Japanology, we examine the history, development and contemporary applications of ink brushes, introducing these simple implements that have been so essential to the development of Japanese writing and painting.

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30. Tsukemono
Oct 2, 2009

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31. Dogs
Oct 9, 2009

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32. Ramen
Oct 16, 2009

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33. Rice
Oct 23, 2009

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34. Shinto Shrine
Oct 30, 2009

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35. Festivals
Nov 6, 2009

In Japan, festivals are known as matsuri. Many matsuri are colorful and boisterous occasions. Matsuri are typically associated with a Shinto shrine. Local people gather to pray and give thanks to the enshrined deity for agricultural bounty, health, safety and security. Over the years, these gatherings have evolved into elaborate events that frequently feature dancing, masks and magnificent floats. Entire local communities may be drawn into the preparations for festivals, which have nurtured some of the most refined arts and crafts in Japan. Even the sophisticated Noh theatre has festival origins, and, in some communities, apprentices will spend years learning a craft such as woodcarving specifically for its application in an annual matsuri. On this edition of BEGIN Japanology, we present some of the most famous festivals in Japan and consider the links to community and culture.

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36. Shinkansen
Nov 13, 2009

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37. Gagaku
Nov 20, 2009

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38. Marriage
Nov 27, 2009

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39. Shogi
Dec 4, 2009

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40. Nabe Cuisine
Dec 11, 2009

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41. Sword
Dec 18, 2009

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