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Season 1
About the origins and evolution of the Japanese "boxed lunchset"
About the origins and evolution of the Japanese "boxed lunchset"
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A short look on the history, present and future of the famous fishmarket in Tsukiji, Tokyo
A short look on the history, present and future of the famous fishmarket in Tsukiji, Tokyo
Explaining the intergration of Western meals into the Japanese diet
Explaining the intergration of Western meals into the Japanese diet
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. A look on the beginning, decline and revival of kyodo
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. A look on the beginning, decline and revival of kyodo
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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
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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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. Not only are
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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. Not only are skilled users faster than an electronic calculator, it also teaches students amazing mathematical skills
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Bamboo, a native Japanese plant of the tree family, has many uses. This episode explores a few, such as ftools, decoration and even as food
Bamboo, a native Japanese plant of the tree family, has many uses. This episode explores a few, such as ftools, decoration and even as food
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During the Japanese summer, fireworks are a daily phenomenon, as such, this episode shows it's origin, production and techniques.
During the Japanese summer, fireworks are a daily phenomenon, as such, this episode shows it's origin, production and techniques.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Part two continues with a look on the Heian period and the effect the epic had on Japanese cultural history
Part two continues with a look on the Heian period and the effect the epic had on Japanese cultural history
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.
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.
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.
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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This episodes investigates the staple Japanese food, "Sushi" via it's origins and ingredients
This episodes investigates the staple Japanese food, "Sushi" via it's origins and ingredients
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During Japan's civil war era, many castles were erected as strongholds and displays of power by the local warlords.
During Japan's civil war era, many castles were erected as strongholds and displays of power by the local warlords.
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