Begin Japanology - Season 1
Begin Japanology (2008-2014)
Seasons: 7,
episodes: 251
Episode runtime: 28 min
Average rating:
8/10
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Episodes
| # | Name | Release date | Timing |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Bento About the origins and evolution of the Japanese "boxed lunchset". |
2008-04-14 | 28 min. |
| 2 | Miyazawa Kenji | 2008-04-21 | 28 min. |
| 3 | Lacquerware | 2008-04-28 | 28 min. |
| 4 | Rakugo | 2008-05-05 | 28 min. |
| 5 | Tsukiji Market A short look on the history, present and future of the famous fishmarket in Tsukiji, Tokyo. |
2008-05-12 | 28 min. |
| 6 | Yoshoku Explaining the integration of Western meals into the Japanese diet. |
2008-05-19 | 28 min. |
| 7 | Kyudo 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. |
2008-05-26 | 28 min. |
| 8 | Tea Ceremony Architecture | 2008-06-02 | 28 min. |
| 9 | Dagashi-ya 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 |
2008-06-09 | 28 min. |
| 10 | Nihon Buyo | 2008-06-16 | 28 min. |
| 11 | Abacus 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. |
2008-06-23 | 28 min. |
| 12 | Ryukyu Kimono | 2008-06-30 | 28 min. |
| 13 | Bamboo 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. |
2008-07-14 | 28 min. |
| 14 | Shirakawa-go | 2008-07-21 | 28 min. |
| 15 | Fireworks During the Japanese summer, fireworks are a daily phenomenon, as such, this episode shows it's origin, production and techniques. |
2008-07-28 | 28 min. |
| 16 | Hanging Scrolls 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. |
2008-08-17 | 28 min. |
| 17 | The Tale of Genji: Part 1 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. |
2008-08-24 | 28 min. |
| 18 | The Tale of Genji: Part 2 Part two continues with a look on the Heian period and the effect the epic had on Japanese cultural history. |
2008-08-31 | 28 min. |
| 19 | Matcha 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. |
2008-09-07 | 28 min. |
| 20 | Tokyo Tower 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. |
2008-09-14 | 28 min. |
| 21 | Dashi | 2008-09-21 | 28 min. |
| 22 | Oribe-yaki (pottery) | 2008-09-28 | 28 min. |
| 23 | The Colorful World of Utagawa Hiroshige | 2008-10-05 | 28 min. |
| 24 | The Seven Gods of Good Fortune | 2008-10-12 | 28 min. |
| 25 | Sushi This episodes investigates the staple Japanese food, "Sushi" via it's origins and ingredients. |
2008-10-19 | 28 min. |
| 26 | Mikoshi (portable shrines) | 2008-10-26 | 28 min. |
| 27 | Yuzen Kimono | 2008-11-02 | 28 min. |
| 28 | Buddhist Statues | 2008-11-09 | 28 min. |
| 29 | Hot Springs | 2008-11-16 | 28 min. |
| 30 | Fish | 2008-11-23 | 28 min. |
| 31 | Tatami (straw mats) | 2008-12-01 | 28 min. |
| 32 | Castles During Japan's civil war era, many castles were erected as strongholds and displays of power by the local warlords. |
2008-12-08 | 28 min. |
| 33 | Miso | 2008-12-15 | 28 min. |
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