Japanese Style Originator
(2008)Streaming Episode Guide
Season 1
53 episodes each of length 54 minutes, broadcast on Mondays between 20:00 and 20:54, from 14/04/2008 to 14/09/2009Episode 1.50
Episode 50 - 6-29-2009
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A day in the well-preserved city of Kanazawa, with a look at the artisans whose work behind the scenes in traditional crafts keeps the past alive.
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Episode 1.49
Episode 49 - 6-22-2009
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A look at the traditional architecture that defines Japan, including craftsmen who use skills and knowledge from the past to build shrine gates.
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Episode 1.44
Episode 44 - 5-18-2009
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The owner of the famous Ginza yakitori restaurant Torishige is retiring after 50 years, and his employees and customers celebrate his life and work.
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Episode 1.43
Episode 43 - 5-11-2009
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Spend a day in Kyoto learning about the unheralded individuals and niche industries that support the ancient capital's temples and traditions.
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Episode 1.40
Episode 40 - 3-30-2009
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Machines are indispensable to contemporary Japan, and this special explores many amazing examples, especially ones not seen every day.
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Episode 1.39
Episode 39 - 3-16-2009
1h 0m
In this two-hour special episode, a tournament of traditional Japanese confections is held to determine which one is the most popular.
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Episode 1.35
Episode 35 - 2-02-2009
1h 0m
The panel learns about and ranks the tastiest traditional snacks sold at summer festivals. Then, they explore the craft of making prayer beads.
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Episode 1.33
Episode 33 - 1-19-2009
1h 0m
Learn everything you ever wanted to know about chopstick use and etiquette but were afraid to ask. Next, explore frequently misused words and phrases.
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Episode 1.32
Episode 32 - 12-29-2008
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A day with strong women of Japan, including a nun, the head of a sumo stable, a rakugo comedian, and a portable shrine carrier in a festival.
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Episode 1.30
Episode 30 - 12-01-2008
1h 0m
Meet the workers at Tokyo's famed Tsukiji fish market, who give a tour not found in any guidebook. Then, meet Japan's Living National Treasures.
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Episode 1.29
Episode 29 - 11-24-2008
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After Chii and Azuma compete to see who makes better oyakodon, the panel visits Kanaguya in Nagoya, a traditional inn, and learns about agar.
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Episode 1.28
Episode 28 - 11-17-2008
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In a tough economy, some people aspire to tough traditional occupations. We meet a 30-year-old apprentice gardener and a newly hired shrine maiden.
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Episode 1.25
Episode 25 - 10-27-2008
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Chii and Azuma leave the studio to ask people about the best side dishes for rice, while the panel visits a soba restaurant founded in the Edo period.
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Episode 1.23
Episode 23 - 9-29-2008
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Professional cooks give tips for making the best miso soup, and common ingredients for miso are ranked from most to least expensive.
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Episode 1.22
Episode 22 - 9-08-2008
1h 0m
Chii and Azuma take a lesson in Japanese home cooking, and the panelists learn about customs surrounding the New Year's holidays in Japan.
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Episode 1.21
Episode 21 - 9-01-2008
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After a look behind the scenes at the ten-don restaurant Tenkuni in Ginza, the panel meets artisans who specialize in repairing lacquer and more.
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Episode 1.19
Episode 19 - 8-18-2008
1h 0m
This episode showcases the traditional blue-collar areas of Tokyo, highlighting foods, crafts, old-style performing arts and more.
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Episode 1.18
Episode 18 - 8-11-2008
1h 0m
Spending the night at a Buddhist temple: Enjoy a sense of Japanese tranquility with beautiful gardens and Buddhist vegan meals.
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Episode 1.16
Episode 16 - 7-28-2008
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As the seasons change, it's time to explore popular autumn foods and the best ways to prepare then. The panel then learns about portable stoves.
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Episode 1.15
Episode 15 - 7-21-2008
1h 0m
Sushi masters teach the panel everything there is to know about the ultimate Japanese food, including how to order and eat it.
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Episode 1.14
Episode 14 - 7-14-2008
1h 0m
Torii gates, statues and other things related to temples and shrines all cost money. The panel learns about what goes into their construction.
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Episode 1.13
Episode 13 - 7-07-2008
1h 0m
A two-hour special featuring simple yet delicious Japanese ingredients and side dishes that perfectly complement the flavor of rice.
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Episode 1.8
Episode 8 - 6-02-2008
1h 0m
Japanese summers are hot and humid. Explore the foods, drinks and technologies people have developed to stay cool.
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Episode 1.5
Episode 5 - 5-12-2008
1h 0m
A segment covering fun facts about tofu, including why it's counted in such a unique way, is followed by a lesson in the proper way to wear a yukata.
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Episode 1.4
Episode 4 - 5-05-2008
1h 0m
Learn about the typical features of a Japanese garden from Kenroku-en in Kanazawa. Plus, tea utensil names and the do's and don'ts of tea picking.
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Episode 1.2
Episode 2 - 4-21-2008
1h 0m
The sample group learn how to order and eat tempura, a typical Japanese meal. Then, they are guessing what is crafting an artisan.
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