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Explore Japan - Season 1 Episode 12

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Title: Explore Japan - Season 1 Episode 12
Genre: Documentary
Country: United States of America
Studio: NHK WORLD-JAPAN
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Keyword: japan, craftsmanship, japanese culture, change vs tradition

Overview:In Nara’s Asuka district, where Japan’s capital was located during the 7th century, you’ll find Horyuji Temple, home to the oldest wooden buildings on earth, still standing after 1,300 years. During extensive repairs in the Showa period, attention turned once again to the kanna, or Japanese plane, and its role in maintaining the surfaces of wooden buildings. Expert carpenters from across Japan gathered in Aichi Prefecture to compete in a kanna competition, seeing who could create the thinnest shavings of wood. There, we met with a legendary kanna master and three-time winner of the contest. Using cutting-edge video technology, we’ll reveal the master’s techniques, which lend durability to building materials. In the workshop of Chiyozuru, a brand that has won favor with skilled carpenters, we’ll reveal the essential skills that go into crafting a kanna. This program uses the latest measuring instruments to illuminate the sophistication of traditional Japanese craftsmanship.

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First Air Date: Nov 25, 2016 Last Air date: Apr 15, 2022 Season: 1 Season Episode: 21 Episode Runtime: 26:14 minutes Quality: HD IMDb: 10 / 10 by 0 users Popularity: 5.2935 Language: en

Season 1

1. Koshu: The Miraculous Wine2016-11-25
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2. Japan-discovery, Self-discovery: Exchange Students in Tokyo2016-12-16
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3. My Life with Aikido2017-01-27
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4. Delivering to Space2017-02-24
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5. Peru & Japan Fusion of Cuisine2017-03-03
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6. The Somin Naked Festival2017-03-09
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7. The World of Miniatures2020-12-17
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8. The Manufacturing Spirit and Sustainability2021-04-16
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9. Japanese Gardens, Aesthetic Encounters2021-05-21
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10. Going Beyond Tradition: The Challenge of Craftspeople in Kyoto2021-06-18
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11. Innovative Japanese Bread2021-07-09
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12. Capturing Masters’ Workmanship2021-08-20
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13. MUSIC TRUNK: Journey to Discover the Roots of Japanese Sound2021-09-17
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14. Anime Dramatic Tours2021-10-15
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15. The Captivating World of Escape Games2021-11-19
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16. The Alluring Beauty of Japanese Gardens2021-12-24
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17. Journey Through the Woodland2022-01-21
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18. Sweet Revolutionary: Mastering the Art of Marketing Wagashi2022-02-04
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19. Best Eats and Hidden Gems2022-04-01
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20. Roji: Kyoto’s Hidden Alleys2022-04-08
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21. JAPANorama Rumble2022-04-15
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