Centuries ago, Tokyo was known as Edo. More than a million people enjoyed life in this small but abundant city. They live on in ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Each episode is a deep dive into a single print, and an exploration of the soul of Old Tokyo. We examine works by artists like Hokusai and Hiroshige not just for their aesthetic and historical value, but for the stories they tell of everyday life. That is how the people of Edo themselves enjoyed this mass-produced medium.
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Tokyo: where both tradition and the latest trends coexist. Join us on a journey to discover the real Tokyo as we dive into its historic old towns and encounter many fun surprises along the way.
Ninja are now seen in popular media around the world. But as their profile rises, their reality gets muddied amid legends and fantasies. The truth about authentic ninja lies unknown, shrouded in mystery. This program carefully examines the fighting skills and tools used by actual ninja, and conducts experiments to determine the "Ninja Truth".
These short documentaries take an intimate look at the lifestyles and culinary passions of people across Japan. Their stories are sure to warm the heart and whet the appetite.
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.
Journeys in Japan provides an eye-opening look at the many unique places to visit in Japan. English-speaking visitors travel the length of the country, exploring the culture, meeting the local people, visiting historic sites and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.
Forests cover close to 70 percent of Japan's land area. Japan's climate varies significantly from north to south, making it home to diverse forests. These forests have been an intrinsic part of Japanese culture since time immemorial.
Japan continues to thrive as it incorporates cultural elements of music, fashion, cuisine, sports, arts and science from around the world. People’s encounters trigger the fusion of Japan’s and the world’s diverse culture, unceasingly producing a myriad of new phenomena and events. This series will feature how various culture in modern Japan and overseas blend together and influence each other.
The timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital. Against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, today's Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire.
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"Time and Tide" transcends time to detail extraordinary historical events in Japan and the larger world. Join NHK WORLD-JAPAN on a journey that reveals the truth behind some of the turning points of the past.
Explore the richness and depth of the Japanese language and discover how words and expressions reflect history, culture and the natural world.
A five-minute series where you can explore a wide variety of Japanese cultures, traditions and lifestyles.
Historical figures and their decisions that changed the course of history. Based on expert research, the program explains dilemmas the that heroes faced and options they could have chosen.
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In 18th-century Edo, Tsutaya Juzaburo rises from a poor background to become a leading publisher. Despite political changes threatening his career, he works to shape Edo’s cultural scene through innovative books and collaborations with artists.
The story imagines if Japanese historical figures such as Queen Himiko, the warlord Oda Nobunaga, and samurai Sakamoto Ryouma were cats.
Follows Nekotarou, a cat from Kagoshima who aims to unify the country.
Koito Koganei works as the teenage shrine maiden at the Takamimi Shrine, catering to the whims of its resident: a centuries-old elf who loves video games as much as she hates going outside! Line up your offerings for the otaku elf—some energy drinks, chips and video games will do nicely—and watch her new friends scramble to keep up!
Utagawa Hiroshige, along with Katsushika Hokusai, is widely recognized in the world of Ukiyo-e, Japanese Woodblock Print. However, it is lesser known that Hiroshige was also a firefighter while he painted. This drama depicts the untold story of Hiroshige and his wife, Kayo.
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5 episodes • 2018
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Great Wave Off Kanagawa by Katsushika Hokusai | Mar 29, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Reproduction of Nihonbashi: Morning Scene by Utagawa Hiroshige | Mar 29, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 3 | The Series Summer Outfits by Kitagawa Utamaro | Mar 30, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Plum Estate Kameido by Utagawa Hiroshige | Mar 30, 2018 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Three Beauties of the Present Day by Kitagawa Utamaro | Mar 31, 2018 | 0.0 |
15 episodes • 2020
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Two Faces of Mount Fuji | Mar 21, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 2 | The Man with the Piercing Gaze | Mar 21, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Comfort Food on a Snowy Night | Mar 21, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Braving the Rain and the Currents | Mar 21, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 5 | A Summer Bedtime Routine | Mar 21, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Inner Conflict of the Human Soul | Mar 21, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 7 | A Secret Comes to Light | Mar 21, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 8 | Eat Drink and Enjoy the Flowers | Mar 21, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 9 | Doodles? Or Ukiyoe? | Mar 21, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 10 | The Building Blocks of Edo | Mar 22, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 11 | A Community Comes Together | Mar 22, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 12 | Mother Nature's Summer Light Show | Mar 22, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 13 | Fishing for a Summer Delicacy | Mar 22, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 14 | A Night of Fashion and Fireworks | Mar 22, 2020 | 0.0 |
| 15 | Rush Hour in Old Tokyo | Mar 23, 2020 | 0.0 |
16 episodes • 2021
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | The Bird Cafe | Mar 22, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 2 | A Stylish Concert | Mar 23, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 3 | The Great Race | Mar 23, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Edo Aquatics | Mar 24, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Late Summer Fun | Mar 24, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 6 | A Kitty's Dreams | Mar 25, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 7 | Will Sparks Fly? | Mar 25, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 8 | The Star Festival | Mar 25, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 9 | Two Scenic Views | Mar 26, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 10 | Unruly Catfish | Mar 26, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 11 | A Napping Boy Dreams of Monsters | Sep 27, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 12 | Ritual Purification at Roben Falls | Sep 28, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 13 | The Niwaka Costume Festival | Sep 29, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 14 | Clam Digging at the Beach in Style | Sep 30, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 15 | Cooling Off Along Takinogawa River | Oct 1, 2021 | 0.0 |
| 16 | Airing Laundry at the Local Well | Oct 3, 2021 | 0.0 |
9 episodes • 2022
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Off to Go Bathing | Mar 3, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 2 | 100 Ghost Stories | Mar 4, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 3 | A Striking View | Mar 6, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 4 | The Mystery Tower | Mar 7, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Enoshima Crossing | Mar 25, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Night on the Town | Mar 27, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 7 | Folding Fans | Mar 28, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 8 | Sacred Cranes | Mar 29, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 9 | Calligraphy Day | Mar 31, 2022 | 0.0 |