Begin Japanology
Season 1
200833 episodes
Episodes
- E1
Bento
2008-04-14 · 28m
About the origins and evolution of the Japanese "boxed lunchset".
- E2
Miyazawa Kenji
2008-04-21 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E3
Lacquerware
2008-04-28 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E4
Rakugo
2008-05-05 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E5
Tsukiji Market
2008-05-12 · 28m
A short look on the history, present and future of the famous fishmarket in Tsukiji, Tokyo.
- E6
Yoshoku
2008-05-19 · 28m
Explaining the integration of Western meals into the Japanese diet.
- E7
Kyudo
2008-05-26 · 28m
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.
- E8
Tea Ceremony Architecture
2008-06-02 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E9
Dagashi-ya
2008-06-09 · 28m
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
- E10
Nihon Buyo
2008-06-16 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E11
Abacus
2008-06-23 · 28m
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.
- E12
Ryukyu Kimono
2008-06-30 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E13
Bamboo
2008-07-14 · 28m
Bamboo, a native Japanese plant of the tree family, has many uses. This episode explores a few, such as tools, decoration and even as food.
- E14
Shirakawa-go
2008-07-21 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E15
Fireworks
2008-07-28 · 28m
During the Japanese summer, fireworks are a daily phenomenon, as such, this episode shows it's origin, production and techniques.
- E16
Hanging Scrolls
2008-08-17 · 28m
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.
- E17
The Tale of Genji: Part 1
2008-08-24 · 28m
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.
- E18
The Tale of Genji: Part 2
2008-08-31 · 28m
Part two continues with a look on the Heian period and the effect the epic had on Japanese cultural history.
- E19
Matcha
2008-09-07 · 28m
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.
- E20
Tokyo Tower
2008-09-14 · 28m
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.
- E21
Dashi
2008-09-21 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E22
Oribe-yaki (pottery)
2008-09-28 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E23
The Colorful World of Utagawa Hiroshige
2008-10-05 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E24
The Seven Gods of Good Fortune
2008-10-12 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E25
Sushi
2008-10-19 · 28m
This episodes investigates the staple Japanese food, "Sushi" via it's origins and ingredients.
- E26
Mikoshi (portable shrines)
2008-10-26 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E27
Yuzen Kimono
2008-11-02 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E28
Buddhist Statues
2008-11-09 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E29
Hot Springs
2008-11-16 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E30
Fish
2008-11-23 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E31
Tatami (straw mats)
2008-12-01 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.
- E32
Castles
2008-12-08 · 28m
During Japan's civil war era, many castles were erected as strongholds and displays of power by the local warlords.
- E33
Miso
2008-12-15 · 28m
No episode synopsis available yet.