Peter Barakan
Self - Host
TV SERIES
Begin Japanology
Documentary
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.
Top cast
SV
Stuart Varnam-Atkin
Self - Narrator (voice)
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Episodes
33 Episodes011. Bento
About the origins and evolution of the Japanese "boxed lunchset".
022. Miyazawa Kenji
No episode synopsis is available.
033. Lacquerware
No episode synopsis is available.
044. Rakugo
No episode synopsis is available.
055. Tsukiji Market
A short look on the history, present and future of the famous fishmarket in Tsukiji, Tokyo.
066. Yoshoku
Explaining the integration of Western meals into the Japanese diet.
077. 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.
088. Tea Ceremony Architecture
No episode synopsis is available.
099. 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
1010. Nihon Buyo
No episode synopsis is available.
1111. 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.
1212. Ryukyu Kimono
No episode synopsis is available.
1313. 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.
1414. Shirakawa-go
No episode synopsis is available.
1515. Fireworks
During the Japanese summer, fireworks are a daily phenomenon, as such, this episode shows it's origin, production and techniques.
1616. 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.
1717. 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.
1818. 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.
1919. 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.
2020. 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.
2121. Dashi
No episode synopsis is available.
2222. Oribe-yaki (pottery)
No episode synopsis is available.
2323. The Colorful World of Utagawa Hiroshige
No episode synopsis is available.
2424. The Seven Gods of Good Fortune
No episode synopsis is available.
2525. Sushi
This episodes investigates the staple Japanese food, "Sushi" via it's origins and ingredients.
2626. Mikoshi (portable shrines)
No episode synopsis is available.
2727. Yuzen Kimono
No episode synopsis is available.
2828. Buddhist Statues
No episode synopsis is available.
2929. Hot Springs
No episode synopsis is available.
3030. Fish
No episode synopsis is available.
3131. Tatami (straw mats)
No episode synopsis is available.
3232. Castles
During Japan's civil war era, many castles were erected as strongholds and displays of power by the local warlords.
3333. Miso
No episode synopsis is available.