Journeys in Japan: 4x27
Tsugaru Soul Music - Tsugaru Shamisen
Japan’s Tsugaru Shamisen is taking off in North America and Europe today. Fans of the lute-type instrument are captivated by its dynamic sound, produced by striking thick strings with a plectrum. On Journeys in Japan, our reporter JJ, visits the heart of Japan’s soul music – the Tsugaru region of Aomori Prefecture.
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