Begin Japanology

Begin Japanology (2008-2014)

EndedDocumentary show

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.

Network
Scheduleevery Thursday at 00:30 (30 min)

Last Episode

Squid
Year 2014Episode 1030 min

Squid

Japan has the world's biggest appetite for squid. Squid is eaten many different ways - sautéed, fried, as sashimi - and it features in countless local dishes across the country. However, to the Japanese, squid means more than just good eating: it's also used in rituals as a symbol of good luck. Recently, scientists have been discovering more about the fascinating lives of squid. Explore the profound importance of squid to Japan's history and culture.

mars 20, 2014

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
2014-03-20Squidmars 20, 2014
2014-03-13Pianosmars 13, 2014
2014-03-06Railwaysmars 6, 2014
2014-02-27Japanophiles - Rogier Uitenboogaartfévr. 27, 2014
2014-02-20Japanophiles - Chris Hartfévr. 20, 2014
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Cast

Peter Barakan

Peter Barakan

plays himself
Stuart Varnam-Atkin

Stuart Varnam-Atkin

voices himself
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Characters

Host

Host

played by Peter Barakan
Narrator

Narrator

voiced by Stuart Varnam-Atkin
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