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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.
Episode 33 : Miso
December. 15,2008
Episode 32 : Castles
December. 08,2008
During Japan's civil war era, many castles were erected as strongholds and displays of power by the local warlords.
Episode 31 : Tatami (straw mats)
December. 01,2008
Episode 30 : Fish
November. 23,2008
Episode 29 : Hot Springs
November. 16,2008
Episode 28 : Buddhist Statues
November. 09,2008
Episode 27 : Yuzen Kimono
November. 02,2008
Episode 26 : Mikoshi (portable shrines)
October. 26,2008
Episode 25 : Sushi
October. 19,2008
This episodes investigates the staple Japanese food, "Sushi" via it's origins and ingredients.
Episode 24 : The Seven Gods of Good Fortune
October. 12,2008
Episode 23 : The Colorful World of Utagawa Hiroshige
October. 05,2008
Episode 22 : Oribe-yaki (pottery)
September. 28,2008
Episode 21 : Dashi
September. 21,2008
Episode 20 : Tokyo Tower
September. 14,2008
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.
Episode 19 : Matcha
September. 07,2008
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.
Episode 18 : The Tale of Genji: Part 2
August. 31,2008
Part two continues with a look on the Heian period and the effect the epic had on Japanese cultural history.
Episode 17 : The Tale of Genji: Part 1
August. 24,2008
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.
Episode 16 : Hanging Scrolls
August. 17,2008
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.
Episode 15 : Fireworks
July. 28,2008
During the Japanese summer, fireworks are a daily phenomenon, as such, this episode shows it's origin, production and techniques.
Episode 14 : Shirakawa-go
July. 21,2008
Episode 13 : Bamboo
July. 14,2008
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.
Episode 12 : Ryukyu Kimono
June. 30,2008
Episode 11 : Abacus
June. 23,2008
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.
Episode 10 : Nihon Buyo
June. 16,2008
Episode 9 : Dagashi-ya
June. 09,2008
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
Episode 8 : Tea Ceremony Architecture
June. 02,2008
Episode 7 : Kyudo
May. 26,2008
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.
Episode 6 : Yoshoku
May. 19,2008
Explaining the integration of Western meals into the Japanese diet.
Episode 5 : Tsukiji Market
May. 12,2008
A short look on the history, present and future of the famous fishmarket in Tsukiji, Tokyo.
Episode 4 : Rakugo
May. 05,2008
Episode 3 : Lacquerware
April. 28,2008
Episode 2 : Miyazawa Kenji
April. 21,2008
Episode 1 : Bento
April. 14,2008
About the origins and evolution of the Japanese "boxed lunchset".
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