Magical Japanese - Season 2 - Eps 6: Washi
This episode looks at words and phrases related to washi, or traditional Japanese paper. Refined and durable, washi continues to be used as a daily item in Japan and has many applications. From his home in Kyoto Prefecture, poet and literary translator Peter MacMillan guides us through these words and the culture behind them.
About Magical Japanese
Title: Magical Japanese
First Air Date: 2021-03-28
Last Air Date: 2024-11-06
Status: Returning Series
Rating: 10/10 (from 2 votes)
Language: EN
Seasons: 4
Total Episodes: 55
Network: NHK WORLD-JAPAN
Genres: Documentary
Production Companies: NHK, NHK Global Media Services, CRAZY TV
Synopsis
Explore the richness and depth of the Japanese language and discover how words and expressions reflect history, culture and the natural world.
Cast
Peter MacMillan
Self - Host
Emma Howard
Self - Narrator (voice)
