S1·E6 Tsukuba, Ibaraki: A City with State-of-the-Art Technology
Synopsis
This week, "journeys in japan" visits a city of science—Tsukuba in Ibaraki Prefecture, at the foot of Mt. Tsukuba. In 1963, under a national policy, the city was opened up as a place for research on advanced technology. It's now home to 300 research institutes. Our reporter Judit Kawaguchi discovers the charms of the city and its state-of-the-art technology. (Excerpt)
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 1 Episode 6 of Journeys in Japan air?
Season 1, Episode 6 ('Tsukuba, Ibaraki: A City with State-of-the-Art Technology') originally aired on April 20, 2010.
How long is Season 1 Episode 6 ('Tsukuba, Ibaraki: A City with State-of-the-Art Technology')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Journeys in Japan.
What happens in Journeys in Japan Season 1 Episode 6?
This week, "journeys in japan" visits a city of science—Tsukuba in Ibaraki Prefecture, at the foot of Mt. Tsukuba. In 1963, under a national policy, the city was opened up as a place for research on advanced technology. It's now home to 300 research institutes. Our reporter Judit Kawaguchi discovers...