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S6·E5 Wood: Culture

Core Aired March 5, 2019 28 min
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Synopsis

70% of Japan's land is covered in forests and woodland. For centuries, wood has been used for furniture, buildings, and tools. This time on Japanology Plus, our theme is the cultural significance of wood. Our main guest, architecture expert Kazuyoshi Fumoto, explains why wood continues to be a mainstay of modern Japanese life and why people feel so warmly towards it. And in Plus One, Matt Alt discovers the level of precision that Japanese carpenters are able to achieve.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When did Season 6 Episode 5 of Japanology Plus air?

Season 6, Episode 5 ('Wood: Culture') originally aired on March 5, 2019.

How long is Season 6 Episode 5 ('Wood: Culture')?

The runtime for this episode is approximately 28 minutes.

What happens in Japanology Plus Season 6 Episode 5?

70% of Japan's land is covered in forests and woodland. For centuries, wood has been used for furniture, buildings, and tools. This time on Japanology Plus, our theme is the cultural significance of wood. Our main guest, architecture expert Kazuyoshi Fumoto, explains why wood continues to be a mains...

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