Japanology Plus
Luck (4x16)
Uitzenddatum: Okt 07, 2021
In Japan, a great number of places, objects and customs are considered to be auspicious. Examples include beckoning cats called "maneki neko," and a special meal eaten on New Year's Day. Our guest is Shintani Takanori, who has been studying folk customs for many years. He explains the rituals and beliefs associated with visiting a shrine. He describes the complex meaning behind well-known customs. And he talks about a Japanese tendency to keep seeking out new sources of good fortune.
- in première gegaan: Apr 2014
- Afleveringen: 322
- Volgers: 5
- Lopend
- NHK
- Donderdag op 11