Bura Tamori 2009

Overview

Bura Tamori is a Japanese weekly television series that examines the geological landscape of locations throughout the country. The program is produced by NHK and is aired on NHK General Television in Japan and on NHK World Premium for an international audience. Launched in 2008, the series is presented by the well‑known host Tamori, who is joined on each episode by an NHK female broadcaster. Together they walk through a selected city, town or region accompanied by professional or amateur geologists, as well as local historians or curators. The walk‑through format allows the team to discuss the terrain’s physical features, past geological changes, and the ways those natural characteristics have influenced local history, culture, and civil‑engineering projects. By combining scientific explanation with cultural context, the show offers viewers a multidisciplinary perspective on Japan’s environment. Each episode highlights a different area, illustrating how the country’s diverse geology underlies its built environment and cultural heritage.