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Bento
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About the origins and evolution of the Japanese "boxed lunchset"
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Miyazawa Kenji
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Lacquerware
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Rakugo
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Tsukiji Market
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A short look on the history, present and future of the famous fishmarket in Tsukiji, Tokyo
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Yoshoku
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Explaining the intergration of Western meals into the Japanese diet
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Kyudo
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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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Tea Ceremony Architecture
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Dagashi-ya
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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
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Nihon Buyo
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Abacus
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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 .. show full overview
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Ryukyu Kimono
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Bamboo
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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
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Shirakawa-go
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Fireworks
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During the Japanese summer, fireworks are a daily phenomenon, as such, this episode shows it's origin, production and techniques.
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Hanging Scrolls
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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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The Tale of Genji: Part 1
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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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The Tale of Genji: Part 2
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Part two continues with a look on the Heian period and the effect the epic had on Japanese cultural history
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Matcha
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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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Tokyo Tower
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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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Dashi
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Oribe-yaki (pottery)
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The Colorful World of Utagawa Hiroshige
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The Seven Gods of Good Fortune
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Sushi
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This episodes investigates the staple Japanese food, "Sushi" via it's origins and ingredients
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Mikoshi (portable shrines)
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Yuzen Kimono
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Buddhist Statues
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Hot Springs
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Fish
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Tatami (straw mats)
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Castles
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During Japan's civil war era, many castles were erected as strongholds and displays of power by the local warlords.
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Miso
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