Journeys in Japan: 4x21
The Rhythms of Ainu Life: Lake Akan
The indigenous Ainu lives in Hokkaido, Japan’s most northern main island. Our reporter, Shakuhachi player John Kaizan Neptune, visits the shores of Lake Akan to experience Ainu culture, including its music.
4 - 1Exploring Yatsugatake's Nature and Jomon Legacy Jan. 08, 2013- 4 - 2Winter Bliss in Takayama Jan. 22, 2013
- 4 - 3Zen and the Samurai Spirit: Kamakura Jan. 29, 2013
- 4 - 4Namahage New Year's Rite Feb. 05, 2013
- 4 - 5Pure Mt. Fuji: A Winter Journey Feb. 19, 2013
- 4 - 6Honjima: Treasure House of the Seto Inland Sea Feb. 26, 2013
- 4 - 7Sanriku Coast: Abundant Sea Part 2 Mar. 12, 2013
4 - 8Ice Monsters and Warm Hospitality: Zao Mar. 19, 2013- 4 - 9Discovering Tottori Crafts Mar. 26, 2013
- 4 - 10Nature's Beauty in Microcosm Apr. 02, 2013
- 4 - 11Spring Colors of Ibusuki Apr. 09, 2013
- 4 - 12A Spiritual Journey in Oita Apr. 16, 2013
- 4 - 13Jazzy Kobe Apr. 23, 2013
- 4 - 14Minami-Boso: Seaside Trip With Children Apr. 30, 2013
- 4 - 15The Soulful Rhythms of the Amami Islands May. 07, 2013
- 4 - 16Textiles from a Royal Tradition May. 14, 2013
- 4 - 17Ishigaki Island: Living in Harmony with the Ocean May. 21, 2013
- 4 - 18Kamakura Tradition: Spring in the Ancient Capital May. 28, 2013
- 4 - 19Peach Trees and Rural Retreat Kofu Basin Jun. 04, 2013
- 4 - 20Tateyama Peak Experience Jun. 11, 2013
- 4 - 21The Rhythms of Ainu Life: Lake Akan Jun. 18, 2013
- 4 - 22Tohoku Haiku Journey: Following Basho's Footsteps Jun. 29, 2013
- 4 - 23Hakone and Izu: Classic Hotel Stays Jul. 02, 2013
- 4 - 24Osaka Art Power Jul. 09, 2013
- 4 - 25Oki Islands Jul. 16, 2013
- 4 - 26Living with Horses: Hidaka Aug. 13, 2013
- 4 - 27Tsugaru Soul Music - Tsugaru Shamisen Aug. 20, 2013
- 4 - 28Setouchi Triennale: Art-Island Hopping Aug. 27, 2013
- 4 - 29Ise Jingu: Man, Gods and Nature Sep. 03, 2013
- 4 - 30Wonderful Yakushima Sep. 17, 2013
- 4 - 31Japan's Porcelain Legacy - Arita & Imari Sep. 24, 2013
- 4 - 32Life on the Lake: Kasumigaura Oct. 01, 2013
- 4 - 33The Festival for the Wind Oct. 15, 2013
- 4 - 34Deep Into Traditional Japan: Gokayama Oct. 22, 2013
- 4 - 35The Land of Fire: Kumamoto Oct. 29, 2013
- 4 - 36Kagura: Dancing Beyond Time Nov. 12, 2013
- 4 - 37Iga Ninja Forest Nov. 19, 2013
- 4 - 38Nostalgic Kawagoe Nov. 26, 2013
- 4 - 39Celebrating Akita Cedar Dec. 03, 2013
- 4 - 40Continuing the Thread of Tradition: Kiryu Dec. 10, 2013
- 4 - 41The Miniature World of Bonsai: Omiya Dec. 17, 2013
- 4 - 42Mesmerizing Islands at the Crossroads Dec. 31, 2013