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Japanology Plus (2014)

April. 03,2014

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Japanology Plus

Host Peter Barakan delves into various aspects of Japanese culture; exploring practices, history, and modern innovations in such areas as ramen, rice, sushi, geisha, bonsai, and so much more. Local experts discuss their passions at fascinating length, and American Japanophile Matt Alt experiences the food, practices, and cultures in each episode in depth. Viewers will finish each half hour episode with a new understanding of an area of Japanese life through demonstrative videos and explanations, all delivered respectfully and true to the Japanese way of life.

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Japanology Plus

2014 / NR

Seasons & Episode

Seasons 12 : 2025

7 Episode

Episode 1 - Onigiri

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Onigiri are becoming a global phenomenon. Colorful new styles are generating a buzz on social media, and convenience stores continue to develop new products. We investigate the latest developments.

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Episode 2 - Repair

January. 23,2025

As the need for circular economies grows, there's a new focus on repairing products. We look at how people in Japan maintain items using approaches ranging from traditional kintsugi to modern skills.

Episode 3 - Japanophiles: Johan Leutwiler

February. 13,2025

Johan Leutwiler, from Switzerland, is currently Japan's only foreign swordsmith. In a Japanophiles interview, he tells us about being drawn to the world of Japanese swords and sword making.

Episode 4 - Octopuses

February. 27,2025

Octopuses are not only eaten in Japan but also depicted in works of art. They may be regarded as objects of worship or even kept as pets. We untangle Japan's long relationship with these creatures.

Episode 5 - Leather Shoes

March. 13,2025

Japan's bespoke leather shoes are admired around the world, and there is even a Japanese leader in the realm of shoeshining. We explore the skills and services in Japan's leather shoemaking industry.

Episode 6 - Torii

April. 10,2025

Found all over Japan, torii are gateways to Shinto shrines and the deities within. We meet people trying to rebuild torii after a huge earthquake and examine what torii mean to Japanese people.

Episode 7 - Mamachari

April. 24,2025

Mamachari bikes, which originated in Japan, are designed to meet the needs of all kinds of people. They even helped women enter the workforce. We discover what makes them so unique and special.

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24 Episode

Seasons 10 : 2023

23 Episode

Seasons 9 : 2022

27 Episode

Seasons 8 : 2021

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Seasons 7 : 2020

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Seasons 6 : 2019

28 Episode