Peter Barakan
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8.02 votes200828mEndedDocumentary
Synopsis
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.
Episodes
Season 1
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- 1. BentoNow viewing2008-04-1428mAbout the origins and evolution of the Japanese "boxed lunchset".
- 2. Miyazawa Kenji2008-04-2128m
- 3. Lacquerware2008-04-2828m
- 4. Rakugo2008-05-0528m
- 5. Tsukiji Market2008-05-1228mA short look on the history, present and future of the famous fishmarket in Tsukiji, Tokyo.
- 6. Yoshoku2008-05-1928mExplaining the integration of Western meals into the Japanese diet.
- 7. Kyudo2008-05-2628mKyodo (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. Tea Ceremony Architecture2008-06-0228m
- 9. Dagashi-ya2008-06-0928mA 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. Nihon Buyo2008-06-1628m
- 11. Abacus2008-06-2328mThe "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. Ryukyu Kimono2008-06-3028m
- 13. Bamboo2008-07-1428mBamboo, 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. Shirakawa-go2008-07-2128m
- 15. Fireworks2008-07-2828mDuring the Japanese summer, fireworks are a daily phenomenon, as such, this episode shows it's origin, production and techniques.
- 16. Hanging Scrolls2008-08-1728mThe 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.
- 17. The Tale of Genji: Part 12008-08-2428mThe 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.
- 18. The Tale of Genji: Part 22008-08-3128mPart two continues with a look on the Heian period and the effect the epic had on Japanese cultural history.
- 19. Matcha2008-09-0728mMatcha, 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.
- 20. Tokyo Tower2008-09-1428mA 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. Dashi2008-09-2128m
- 22. Oribe-yaki (pottery)2008-09-2828m
- 23. The Colorful World of Utagawa Hiroshige2008-10-0528m
- 24. The Seven Gods of Good Fortune2008-10-1228m
- 25. Sushi2008-10-1928mThis episodes investigates the staple Japanese food, "Sushi" via it's origins and ingredients.
- 26. Mikoshi (portable shrines)2008-10-2628m
- 27. Yuzen Kimono2008-11-0228m
- 28. Buddhist Statues2008-11-0928m
- 29. Hot Springs2008-11-1628m
- 30. Fish2008-11-2328m
- 31. Tatami (straw mats)2008-12-0128m
- 32. Castles2008-12-0828mDuring Japan's civil war era, many castles were erected as strongholds and displays of power by the local warlords.
- 33. Miso2008-12-1528m
Cast
Top Billed Cast
No photo Stuart Varnam-Atkin
Self - Narrator (voice)
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How many seasons does Begin Japanology have?
Begin Japanology has 7 seasons and 251 episodes.
When did Begin Japanology first air?
Begin Japanology first aired in 2008.
Is Begin Japanology still running?
Begin Japanology's status on TMDB is: Ended.
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Begin Japanology is classified as Documentary.