Begin Japanology
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.
Season 2 episodes
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Episode 1
Nishijin-ori
Episode 2
Kyoto Lacquerware
Episode 3
Sake
Episode 4
Katsura Rikyu
Episode 5
Bonsai
Episode 6
The Four Seasons
Episode 7
Hina Dolls
Episode 8
Nagasaki
Episode 9
Five-Storey Pagodas
Episode 10
Cherry Blossoms
Episode 11
Chopsticks
Episode 12
Aizome
Episode 13
Bunraku
Episode 14
Kiriko Cut Glass
Episode 15
Traditional Folk Houses
Episode 16
Tea Ceremony
Episode 17
Soba
Episode 18
Origami
Episode 19
Imari Porcelain
Episode 20
Folding Fan
Episode 21
Kaiseki Cuisine
Episode 22
The Sounds of Japan
Episode 23
Masks
Episode 24
Satoyama
Episode 25
Kendo
Episode 26
The Fragrances of Japan
Episode 27
Spinning Tops
Episode 28
Rock and Stone
Episode 29
Ink Brushes
Episode 30
Tsukemono
Episode 31
Dogs
Episode 32
Ramen
Episode 33
Rice
Episode 34
Shinto Shrine
Episode 35
Festivals
Episode 36
Shinkansen
Episode 37
Gagaku
Episode 38
Marriage
Episode 39
Shogi
Episode 40
Nabe Cuisine
Episode 41
Sword