S2·E10 Period Dramas
Synopsis
Plays, movies and TV dramas that depict Japan as it was in the eras up to the samurai times are called "jidaigeki", literally "period dramas". The original period dramas were kabuki plays. The first one on television was broadcast in 1958, and ever since, viewers have been glued to their sets by famous actors playing bold samurai. Our expert guest this time is Katsuhiro Tsuchiya, a senior producer at NHK who is in charge of a period drama series. And in Plus One, transforming into a samurai!
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 2 Episode 10 of Japanology Plus air?
Season 2, Episode 10 ('Period Dramas') originally aired on April 30, 2015.
How long is Season 2 Episode 10 ('Period Dramas')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 28 minutes.
What happens in Japanology Plus Season 2 Episode 10?
Plays, movies and TV dramas that depict Japan as it was in the eras up to the samurai times are called "jidaigeki", literally "period dramas". The original period dramas were kabuki plays. The first one on television was broadcast in 1958, and ever since, viewers have been glued to their sets by fam...
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