Begin Japanology (2008)
BEGIN Japanology invites you into the world of Japanese culture, both traditional and modern, explaining how traditions evolved and the part they still play today in people's everyday lives.
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Episodes
- 1 1. Bento2008-04-14 · 28mAbout the origins and evolution of the Japanese "boxed lunchset".
- 2 2. Miyazawa Kenji2008-04-21 · 28m
- 3 3. Lacquerware2008-04-28 · 28m
- 4 4. Rakugo2008-05-05 · 28m
- 5 5. Tsukiji Market2008-05-12 · 28mA short look on the history, present and future of the famous fishmarket in Tsukiji, Tokyo.
- 6 6. Yoshoku2008-05-19 · 28mExplaining the integration of Western meals into the Japanese diet.
- 7 7. Kyudo2008-05-26 · 28mKyodo (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.
- 8 8. Tea Ceremony Architecture2008-06-02 · 28m
- 9 9. Dagashi-ya2008-06-09 · 28mA 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
- 10 10. Nihon Buyo2008-06-16 · 28m
- 11 11. Abacus2008-06-23 · 28mThe "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.
- 12 12. Ryukyu Kimono2008-06-30 · 28m
- 13 13. Bamboo2008-07-14 · 28mBamboo, a native Japanese plant of the tree family, has many uses. This episode explores a few, such as tools, decoration and even as food.
- 14 14. Shirakawa-go2008-07-21 · 28m
- 15 15. Fireworks2008-07-28 · 28mDuring the Japanese summer, fireworks are a daily phenomenon, as such, this episode shows it's origin, production and techniques.
- 16 16. Hanging Scrolls2008-08-17 · 28mThe 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
- 17 17. The Tale of Genji: Part 12008-08-24 · 28mThe 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. Th
- 18 18. The Tale of Genji: Part 22008-08-31 · 28mPart two continues with a look on the Heian period and the effect the epic had on Japanese cultural history.
- 19 19. Matcha2008-09-07 · 28mMatcha, 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
- 20 20. Tokyo Tower2008-09-14 · 28mA key player in the skyline of Tokyo, Tokyo Tower is a source of entertainment and inspiration. A look on it's construction and influence.
- 21 21. Dashi2008-09-21 · 28m
- 22 22. Oribe-yaki (pottery)2008-09-28 · 28m
- 23 23. The Colorful World of Utagawa Hiroshige2008-10-05 · 28m
- 24 24. The Seven Gods of Good Fortune2008-10-12 · 28m
- 25 25. Sushi2008-10-19 · 28mThis episodes investigates the staple Japanese food, "Sushi" via it's origins and ingredients.
- 26 26. Mikoshi (portable shrines)2008-10-26 · 28m
- 27 27. Yuzen Kimono2008-11-02 · 28m
- 28 28. Buddhist Statues2008-11-09 · 28m
- 29 29. Hot Springs2008-11-16 · 28m
- 30 30. Fish2008-11-23 · 28m
- 31 31. Tatami (straw mats)2008-12-01 · 28m
- 32 32. Castles2008-12-08 · 28mDuring Japan's civil war era, many castles were erected as strongholds and displays of power by the local warlords.
- 33 33. Miso2008-12-15 · 28m
Cast
Peter BarakanSelf - HostStuart Varnam-AtkinSelf - Narrator (voice)
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