List of episodes of the series «Begin Japanology»
- Seasons count: 7
- Episodes count: 251
- Total viewing time: 4 d. 21 h. 8 m.
Release date: 4/14/2008
Bento
- Episode number: 1
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: About the origins and evolution of the Japanese "boxed lunchset".
Release date: 4/21/2008
Miyazawa Kenji
- Episode number: 2
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 4/28/2008
Lacquerware
- Episode number: 3
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 5/5/2008
Rakugo
- Episode number: 4
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 5/12/2008
Tsukiji Market
- Episode number: 5
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: A short look on the history, present and future of the famous fishmarket in Tsukiji, Tokyo.
Release date: 5/19/2008
Yoshoku
- Episode number: 6
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: Explaining the integration of Western meals into the Japanese diet.
Release date: 5/26/2008
Kyudo
- Episode number: 7
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 6/2/2008
Tea Ceremony Architecture
- Episode number: 8
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 6/9/2008
Dagashi-ya
- Episode number: 9
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: 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
Release date: 6/16/2008
Nihon Buyo
- Episode number: 10
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 6/23/2008
Abacus
- Episode number: 11
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 6/30/2008
Ryukyu Kimono
- Episode number: 12
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 7/14/2008
Bamboo
- Episode number: 13
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 7/21/2008
Shirakawa-go
- Episode number: 14
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 7/28/2008
Fireworks
- Episode number: 15
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: During the Japanese summer, fireworks are a daily phenomenon, as such, this episode shows it's origin, production and techniques.
Release date: 8/17/2008
Hanging Scrolls
- Episode number: 16
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 8/24/2008
The Tale of Genji: Part 1
- Episode number: 17
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 8/31/2008
The Tale of Genji: Part 2
- Episode number: 18
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: Part two continues with a look on the Heian period and the effect the epic had on Japanese cultural history.
Release date: 9/7/2008
Matcha
- Episode number: 19
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 9/14/2008
Tokyo Tower
- Episode number: 20
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: 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.
Release date: 9/21/2008
Dashi
- Episode number: 21
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 9/28/2008
Oribe-yaki (pottery)
- Episode number: 22
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 10/5/2008
The Colorful World of Utagawa Hiroshige
- Episode number: 23
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 10/12/2008
The Seven Gods of Good Fortune
- Episode number: 24
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 10/19/2008
Sushi
- Episode number: 25
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: This episodes investigates the staple Japanese food, "Sushi" via it's origins and ingredients.
Release date: 10/26/2008
Mikoshi (portable shrines)
- Episode number: 26
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 11/2/2008
Yuzen Kimono
- Episode number: 27
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 11/9/2008
Buddhist Statues
- Episode number: 28
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 11/16/2008
Hot Springs
- Episode number: 29
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 11/23/2008
Fish
- Episode number: 30
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 12/1/2008
Tatami (straw mats)
- Episode number: 31
- Episode duration: 28 min.
Release date: 12/8/2008
Castles
- Episode number: 32
- Episode duration: 28 min.
- Episode description: During Japan's civil war era, many castles were erected as strongholds and displays of power by the local warlords.
Release date: 12/15/2008
Miso
- Episode number: 33
- Episode duration: 28 min.