Magical Japanese - Season 3 - Eps 8: Sumo
This episode introduces words related to sumo. Throughout its long history, sumo has been performed as a ritual to pray for a good harvest and safety, and was practiced by samurai warriors as part of their training. Children also enjoyed it as a game. Sumo is close to the hearts of Japanese people, and it has inspired many expressions that are used in daily life. Poet, literary translator, and long-time Japan resident 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)
