Japanese Language and People
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A ten-part series on Japanese language and culture.
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Season 1
Introductions
Bi-lingual Tokyo newsreader Yuka Nukina introduces the country and some of the characters who appear in the series.
All in the Family
Meet the family of salaryman Takashi Sakai, who lives in the suburbs of Tokyo, and the family of Tatehiko Kamikawa, a forester on the southern island of Kyushu. Also featuring American housewife Robbie Walker, who offers the view of an outsider living in Japan.
All in a Day's Work
A day in the life of Jun Sakai, a young Tokyo marketing executive, and his sister Hiroko, an 'office lady' with Tokyo Gas. Also, a profile of celebrity entrepreneur Hiroko Minami , one of the few Japanese women to make it big in the man's world of business. Australian interpreter Bruce Holcombe offers the gaijin (outsider) perspective and helps present the language and etiquette of business introductions.
Shoparound
A look at Japanese consumerism and the language of shopping.
School Time
A look at the Japanese education system, widely regarded as the key to Japan's economic achievement, and introduces the language of time. Featuring a school excursion to Hiroshima, target of the world's first atomic bomb, and to Miyajima, one of the "three most beautiful sights of Japan". And college student Tamara Taylor offers an American view of Japanese education in practice.
On The Road
Alan Booth is walking the length of Japan. Along his route he explores the language and culture of travel in Japan, and responds to some of the stock questions Japanese people love to ask foreigners.
Eating, Drinking and Entertaining
A look at the business of entertainment - settai - and the importance of cementing relationships - tsukiai - when doing business in Japan. The language of ordering food and drink is presented by Tokyo reporter Yuka Nukina, with the help of young Japanese and two young businessmen from Europe. Plus a profile of the mama-san - queen of the hostess bars.
Time Out
A look at leisure in Japan from the golf range to the pachinko parlour.
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About Japanese Language and People
A ten-part series on Japanese language and culture. Across 1 season and 10 episodes.
Japanese Language and People Cast and Characters
The cast features Yuka Nukina (as Self). Their performances are a major reason Japanese Language and People has built such a passionate audience.
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There's a reason Japanese Language and People keeps showing up on "must-watch" lists. What makes it work is a tone and style that's hard to find elsewhere. If you enjoy English storytelling that doesn't follow the same tired beats, this is the kind of show you'll end up recommending to friends.
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How many episodes does Japanese Language and People have?
Japanese Language and People has 10 episodes across 1 season. All episodes are available to stream right here on Bowood.TV.
Is Japanese Language and People good? What's the rating?
Japanese Language and People holds a 10.0/10 rating based on 1 reviews — genuinely excellent.
Who is in the cast of Japanese Language and People?
The main cast includes Yuka Nukina.
Is Japanese Language and People available in English?
Yes — Japanese Language and People was originally produced in English and that's the version you'll stream here on Bowood.TV.
When was Japanese Language and People released?
Japanese Language and People first aired in 1991.
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You can watch Japanese Language and People online for free on Bowood.TV. All 10 episodes across 1 season are available to stream in HD without a subscription, signup, or paywall. Just open the show page and press play.
How many seasons and episodes does Japanese Language and People have?
Japanese Language and People currently has 1 season and a total of 10 episodes. The series status is "Ended", so the episode count may grow as new seasons are released. You can browse the full episode list on Bowood.TV and continue watching from where you left off.
What is Japanese Language and People about?
A ten-part series on Japanese language and culture. It belongs to the Documentary genre.
In which language is Japanese Language and People originally available?
Japanese Language and People was originally produced in English. On Bowood.TV the show is available in its original English audio, which is the most authentic way to experience the dialogue, music, and performances. Check the player options on the watch page for available subtitle tracks.
When was Japanese Language and People first released?
Japanese Language and People first premiered on September 14, 1991 (1991). The series has since concluded its run.
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