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Yoshinori Ishii teaches how to cook tempura at Umu, a Japanese restaurant in London.
At Grand Master Tanaka's school, students train in ancient Samurai techniques, emphasizing rigorous discipline and the mental and physical preparation required for mastery.
Fugu, or puffer fish, is a delicacy in Japan that requires chefs like Tokyo's Chef Sasaki to undergo rigorous training to safely prepare this potentially lethal dish.
Belgian photographer Anton Kusters documents Japan's Yakuza families over two years.
Chantel Martin, an artist known for her distinctive drawing style, explores her creative process and cultural influences from Japan to America.
Kakigori, a traditional Japanese dessert, evolves with chefs like Aya Eguchi and Kumiko Ishibashi.
Chineskikan in Chichibu showcases rocks resembling human faces, two hours outside Tokyo.
The Museum of Modern Art acquires the original set of 176 emojis, highlighting their cultural impact.
Dusty Kleiss is a bonafide American hero from the Battle of Midway in World War II.
European nationalist leaders share similar anti-immigration views and oppose EU unity.
Japan's justice system leads to high conviction rates, as seen in Kazuo Ishikawa's case.
Takeko Nakano and her sister fight for their clan's independence in ancient Japan.
Hundreds of events each year draw thousands of fans to Joshi Puroresu, the vibrant world of Japanese women's wrestling.
Erica, a humanoid robot with 20 degrees of freedom, seeks to understand human creativity and interaction while expressing a desire to explore the outside world.
Seung-Woo Yang documents the Korean Yakuza's world through photography and personal memories.
This full documentary reveals Bruce Lee's ties to Indian philosophy and martial arts origins.
The Japanese lost 2,500 servicemen, 292 aircraft, and four aircraft carriers during the Battle of Midway in June 1942.
In Yakushima, Japan, climbers Katsutaka 'Jumbo' Yokoyama and Keita Kurakami engage with local climbers and learn the importance of respectful climbing practices.
Six unidentified phenomena are captured on camera flying above Mount Sorei, exhibiting propulsion capabilities that defy conventional physics.
After nearly 30 years of silence, Jessica Stuart returns to Japan to find her childhood friend Fukue, who was her closest companion during her time there.
A 26-year-old software developer transforms into Reinhard van Astrea, an anime hero, while balancing a 40-hour work week and a passion for cosplay.
Japan's rigorous academic system creates a generation of damaged individuals like Koichi Yamamoto.
Paul McCartney plays K Yairi Guitars, handcrafted by skilled Japanese artisans.
Fortnite Battle Royale combines vibrant gameplay with cultural moments like Ninja and Drake's record-breaking stream.
David Chang elevates ramen in the States, transforming it from cheap snack to artisanal cuisine.
An entire Japanese fisheries dock, over 60 feet long and weighing 180 tons, washed ashore in Newport, Oregon, covered with more than a hundred tons of marine organisms.
Katsumi Yoshida's racing empire, valued at hundreds of millions of dollars, aims to make Japan a leader in international horse racing.
Meet the Bagelheads, a unique body modification trend in Tokyo's bizarre world.
Japan's Disability Shame reveals the tragic history of forced sterilization and violence against the disabled.
The USS Enterprise leads a powerful task force into the South China Sea in January 1945.
At 80 years old, Haruo Obata has spent at least 500 nights sleeping in his car while providing disaster relief and community support across Japan.
10,000 people attend a festival near a Japanese prison, celebrating with performances and food while inmates remain in solitary confinement.
A litter of 10 to 25 baby sharks is born during the search for the rare Japanese angel shark in Japan's oceans.
Kyoichi Karino, alongside guides Nao Kato and Kazuya Furuse, explores the rarely skied terrain of Karibayama in Hokkaido, Japan, over two challenging seasons.
A Japanese airline crew encounters UFOs while flying from Paris to Tokyo over Alaska.
Seventeen former samurai commit ritualized suicide in Edo, Japan, on March 20, 1703, as part of a revenge plot for their lord's death.
In April 1942, the USS Enterprise prepares for a bombing mission on Tokyo led by Doolittle.
Marusan's Japanese sofubi toys bring Godzilla and Kaiju figures to life for passionate collectors.
In modern Japan, geisha apprentices like Fakunami face rigorous training and cultural challenges as their traditional profession dwindles in the face of modernization.
Women in Japan are becoming more liberated in their sexuality and exploring new freedoms.
In Japan, Marathon Monks like Genshin Fujinami run 84 km daily for over three months, risking death if they fail to complete their spiritual quest.
600,000 North Korean descendants live in Japan, with Jong Tae Se representing their community on the international football stage.
In Tokyo, cat cafes provide a unique space for visitors to relax and interact with various cats, reflecting a growing trend among feline enthusiasts.
Dr Nakamatsu claims to be the world's most prolific inventor at 91 years old.
In Bama County, a region with fewer than 250,000 residents, more than 70 centenarians live, contributing to one of the highest concentrations of elderly people in the world.
Atsuya Okuno introduces nattō, a Japanese superfood made from fermented soybeans.
Twelve monks live in the Charter House of Évora, Portugal, where they follow a strict daily routine centered on silence and prayer.
Rajinikanth's film Muthu, released in 1998, sparked a lasting admiration in Japan, particularly through fan Yasuda Hidetoshi's dedication to the Indian actor.
