S16·E2 Kyushu: Land of Samurai Swords
- Episode
- Season 16, Episode 2
- Air Date
- February 18, 2025
- Runtime
- 28 minutes
- Story Type
- Core Character Arc
Synopsis
Kyushu is a region where the traditional skills of kenjutsu – Japanese swordsmanship – remain deeply embedded, with more dojo (practice halls) for kendo than anywhere else in Japan. In this episode, American actor BT travels through Kyushu to learn the spirit of the samurai. He tries his hand at yabusame (horseback archery), visits a workshop of traditional samurai armor, and learns the skills of iaido (wielding and cutting with an actual sword).
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When did Season 16 Episode 2 of Journeys in Japan air?
Season 16, Episode 2 ('Kyushu: Land of Samurai Swords') originally aired on February 18, 2025.
How long is Season 16 Episode 2 ('Kyushu: Land of Samurai Swords')?
The runtime for this episode is approximately 28 minutes.
What happens in Journeys in Japan Season 16 Episode 2?
Kyushu is a region where the traditional skills of kenjutsu – Japanese swordsmanship – remain deeply embedded, with more dojo (practice halls) for kendo than anywhere else in Japan. In this episode, American actor BT travels through Kyushu to learn the spirit of the samurai. He tries his hand at yab...
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