PythagoraSwitch 2002
What is PythagoraSwitch?
PythagoraSwitch is a 15-minute Japanese educational television program by NHK which aired since 2002. It encourages augmenting children's "way of thinking" under the supervision of Masahiko Satō and Masumi Uchino.
- Type
- TV series
- Year
- 2002
- Status
- Returning Series
- Episodes
- 437
- Runtime
- 15 minutes
- First aired
- Apr 9, 2002
- Last aired
- May 27, 2026
- Original language
- JA
- Origin
- JP
- Networks
- NHK Educational TV
- Genres
- Kids
- Updated
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PythagoraSwitch is a 15-minute Japanese educational television program by NHK which aired since 2002. It encourages augmenting children's "way of thinking" under the supervision of Masahiko Satō and Masumi Uchino. A five-minute format called PythagoraSwitch Mini is also available.
During the beginning, ending, and between each corner, there are Pythagorean Devices. Pythagorean Devices are known in the US as "Rube Goldberg machines", or in Great Britain as "Heath Robinson" contraptions. The main focus of the program is a puppet show, but the subject is mainly advanced by the small corners. World phenomena, principles, characteristics, and the like are introduced in an entertaining way. At the end of each segment "Pitagora Suitchi" is sung as a kind of punchline.
Should you watch it?
“This Japanese educational series uses intricate machines to teach children new ways of thinking.”
- features creative Rube Goldberg-style machines
- encourages cognitive development in children
- short segments may feel fast-paced
- primarily designed for a preschool audience
Watch it if you enjoy clever engineering puzzles and educational programming for young children.
The program is a puppet-based educational show suitable for preschool-aged viewers.
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Episode guide
Season 2 · 2 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Aug 4, 2015
- E2 Episode 2 Aug 11, 2015
Season 3 · 1 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Jul 28, 2018
Season 4 · 7 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Jan 2, 2013
- E2 Episode 2 Jan 3, 2013
- E3 Episode 3 Jan 2, 2014
- E4 Episode 4 Jan 2, 2015
- E5 Episode 5 Jan 2, 2016
- E6 Episode 6 Jan 2, 2017
- E7 Episode 7 Jan 1, 2018
Season 5 · 41 episodes
- E1 Episode 1 Jan 20, 2020
- E2 Episode 2 Jan 25, 2020
- E3 Episode 3 Feb 1, 2020
- E4 Episode 4 Feb 8, 2020
- E5 Episode 5 Feb 15, 2020
- E6 Episode 6 Feb 22, 2020
- E7 Episode 7 Feb 29, 2020
- E8 Episode 8 Mar 7, 2020
- E9 Episode 9 Mar 14, 2020
- E10 Episode 10 Mar 21, 2020
- E11 Episode 11 Mar 22, 2020
- E12 Episode 12 Mar 28, 2020
- E13 Episode 13 Apr 4, 2020
- E14 Episode 14 Apr 18, 2020
- E15 Episode 15 Apr 25, 2020
- E16 Episode 16 May 9, 2020
- E17 Episode 17 May 16, 2020
- E18 Episode 18 May 23, 2020
- E19 Episode 19 May 30, 2020
- E20 Episode 20 Jun 6, 2020
- E21 Episode 21 Jun 13, 2020
- E22 Episode 22 Jun 27, 2020
- E23 Episode 23 Jul 4, 2020
- E24 Episode 24 Jul 11, 2020
- E25 Episode 25 Jul 18, 2020
- E26 Episode 26 Jul 25, 2020
- E27 Episode 27 Aug 8, 2020
- E28 Episode 28 Aug 15, 2020
- E29 Episode 29 Aug 22, 2020
- E30 Episode 30 Aug 29, 2020
- E31 Episode 31 Sep 12, 2020
- E32 Episode 32 Sep 19, 2020
- E33 Episode 33 Sep 26, 2020
- E34 Episode 34 Oct 3, 2020
- E35 Episode 35 Oct 17, 2020
- E36 Episode 36 Oct 24, 2020
- E37 Episode 37 Oct 31, 2020
- E38 Episode 38 Nov 14, 2020
- E39 Episode 39 Nov 28, 2020
- E40 Episode 40 Dec 5, 2020
- E41 Episode 41 Dec 12, 2020
Frequently asked questions
What is the format of the show?
The program is a 15-minute educational series consisting of puppet segments and short corners.
What are Pythagorean Devices?
These are complex contraptions known internationally as Rube Goldberg machines or Heath Robinson devices.
Who supervises the program?
The series is produced under the supervision of Masahiko Sato and Masumi Uchino.
Is there a shorter version available?
Yes, there is a five-minute format of the program known as PythagoraSwitch Mini.
When did the series begin airing?
The program has been broadcast by NHK since April 9, 2002.