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In 2025, Kobayashi Aika received a perfect score from every judge at the world's top chocolate show held in Paris; she talks about what goes into her brilliant one-of-a-kind chocolate creations.
Features the Hida region in Gifu Prefecture, home to some of Japan's most extensive broadleaf forests and artisans who possess sophisticated woodworking skills.
The filmmakers explore the history of Japanese fashion and fireworks in the summer during the Edo period, where women dress up to attract male suitors.
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
The host sheds light on the ring entrance ceremony, where wrestlers wear traditional brocaded aprons to express their fighting spirit and individuality.
In 2025, Kobayashi Aika received a perfect score from every judge at the world's top chocolate show held in Paris; she talks about what goes into her brilliant one-of-a-kind chocolate creations.
Features the Hida region in Gifu Prefecture, home to some of Japan's most extensive broadleaf forests and artisans who possess sophisticated woodworking skills.
The host examines "Yoroi Ferry at Koami-cho," a woodblock print by Japanese artist Utagawa Hiroshige that features a ferry transporting people across the Nihonbashi River.
The hosts share the latest stories about Japanese business trends, corporate strategies and innovations while discussing their global impact from multiple perspectives.
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.
The host sheds light on the ring entrance ceremony, where wrestlers wear traditional brocaded aprons to express their fighting spirit and individuality.
Japan being the leading country in particle physics research, Peter Barakan explores the insights with experts, while Matt Alt examines technology with an entertaining angle.
Sumo is one of the most traditional Japanese sports, boasting a history of more than 1500 years. See how powerful wrestlers with an average weight of more than 160 kilos clash in the sacred ring.