Magical Japanese - Season 3 - Eps 1: Shogi
This episode looks at words related to shogi, also known as Japanese chess. Shogi is believed to have originated in ancient India, and shares roots with Western chess. The game has been enjoyed in Japan for more than 1,000 years. Many of the expressions born from shogi are used widely today in business and daily conversation. 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)
