The Guardian
Fewer wrestlers, more fans: Sumo at a crossroads
The ancient Japanese sport of sumo is in well-documented crisis. Years of controversy and scandal have hurt the sport's ability to attract new talent. But new energy is brewing in Tokyo's Ryōgoku district, where the sport is slowly...
Curated Video
Urban Camouflage: Innovative Self-Defense Fashion by Japanese Designer Ayat Takiyoka
Japanese fashion designer Ayat Takiyoka has created innovative self-defense clothing inspired by urban camouflage techniques used by ancient spies. Her designs include a life-size vending machine dress that can be worn for protection or...
Wonderscape
Governance Systems Explored: Monarchies and Their Variants
This video delves into monarchies as a form of government, distinguishing between absolute and constitutional types. It explores the historical evolution of monarchies and how hereditary succession determines rulership, citing examples...
Curated Video
Ladder stunts
Where in the world Japan, ladder stunts, dog boots, tiger cubs and India.
SciShow
The Northern Hemisphere’s Very Own Giant Penguins (Sort Of)
Today, penguins are found mainly in the Southern Hemisphere. But fossils have revealed giant lookalikes to these swimming birds further up north, spurring questions of how they evolved and what happened to them.
National Geographic
Behind the Mask of the World's Oldest Surviving Dramatic Art | Short Film Showcase
Noh theater, or Nohgaku (能楽), is one of the world’s most ancient stage traditions still being actively performed today. Known for its use of elaborate masks known as nohmen, Noh performances weave together supernatural elements and...
National Geographic
Returning to Fukushima | Explorer
The Dai-ichi Nuclear Plant in Fukushima suffered a meltdown in 2011. Now, Japan has a plan for residents to return to the area. ➡ Subscribe: http://bit.ly/NatGeoSubscribe ➡ Watch all clips of Explorer here: http://bit.ly/WatchExplorer ➡...
MinuteEarth
These tiny shells know how much ice there is on Earth
Foraminifera – tiny, single-celled marine life forms – build gorgeous houses that record how much ice there is on the planet. SUPPORT MINUTEEARTH ************************** If you like what we do, you can help us!: - Become our patron:...
MinuteEarth
How This Sea Shell Knows the Weather in Greenland
Foraminifera - tiny, single-celled marine life forms - build gorgeous houses that record how much ice there is on the planet. FYI: We try to leave jargon out of our videos, but if you want to learn more about this topic, here are some...
Curated Video
Rice Production Now and in the Future
This video highlights the significance of rice as a staple food in Asian countries, particularly China and India, which are the top two producers of rice. It also discusses the challenges of post-harvest losses and the importance of...
Curated Video
Kintsugi: The Art of Embracing Damage
On the Japanese mending practice of Kintsugi. To discuss this further, follow me on tumblr and use the Ask Me Anything feature here: http://thenerdwriter.tumblr.com/ And you can follow me on twitter here: http://bit.ly/Sk3b5H Video...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Molefi Kete Asante - 'We Wear the Mask' by Paul Laurence Dunbar
Dr. Molefi Kete Asante is Professor and Chair, Department of African American Studies at Temple University. Considered by his peers to be one of the most distinguished contemporary scholars, Asante has published 83 books, among the most...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Molefi Kete Asante - Teachers Make a Difference
Dr. Molefi Kete Asante is Professor and Chair, Department of African American Studies at Temple University. Considered by his peers to be one of the most distinguished contemporary scholars, Asante has published 77 books, among the most...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Molefi Kete Asante - I,Too by Langston Hughes
Dr. Molefi Kete Asante is Professor and Chair, Department of African American Studies at Temple University. Considered by his peers to be one of the most distinguished contemporary scholars, Asante has published 83 books, among the most...
Brainwaves Video Anthology
Molefi Kete Asante - 'The Negro Speaks of Rivers' by Langston Hughes
Dr. Molefi Kete Asante is Professor and Chair, Department of African American Studies at Temple University. Considered by his peers to be one of the most distinguished contemporary scholars, Asante has published 83 books, among the most...
Great Big Story
The Brothers Revolutionizing Japanese Jazz
The shamisen is classic Japanese instrument best known for creating the sweet sounds in Kabuki Theatre. With a history dating back centuries, the shamisen has been a pivotal part of many ancient musical genres. But today, in the hands of...
The Guardian
In search of sake: Kyoto
Henrietta Lovell runs the Rare Tea Company but her secret obsession is sake. On a tour of Japan wine expert Rie Yoshitake introduces her to three brewers in three different cities who explain the ancient art of sake making and the...
Seeker
We’re Using Stem Cells to Reverse Baldness and It’s Actually Working
Researchers have found a new way to grow hair using stem cells, and it’s showing some promise for treating baldness. Ancient Humans & Neanderthals Had Sex, Here's How It Changed Us Forever - https://youtu.be/ifSv1jXUzn4 Read More:...
Great Big Story
Making $35,000 Bonsai Scissors
When it comes to Japanese craftsmanship, knives often get all the glory. But in the city of Sakai, where traditional metalwork goes back centuries, there is one man who has built his legacy on something a little different. Master...
Gresham College
Is there a One-Way Conversation Between Western & Chinese Art?
A Question from Prof. Craig Clunas' lecture on 'China: New Nation, New Art, 1911-1932' As the imperial system collapsed in China, the ‘New Culture Movement’ focused debate on new categories of ‘modernity’ and ‘tradition’. For artists, it...
The Guardian
Kanazawa: continuing the search of sake - The Guardian
Henrietta Lovell's secret obsession is sake. On a tour of Japan, sake expert Rie Yoshitake introduces her to brewers in three different cities who explain the ancient art of sake making. In the second of our three-part series, they visit...
The Met
The Tale of Genji: Dreams at Dawn
One of the most remarkable developments of Genji imagery in contemporary times is the emergence of numerous manga versions of the tale. Dreams at Dawn (Asaki yumemishi), a multivolume interpretation by the female artist Yamato Waki, has...
Gresham College
China: New Nation, New Art, 1911-1932 - Professor Craig Clunas
As the imperial system collapsed in China, the New Culture Movement focused debate on new categories of modernity and tradition. This lecture was part of the 2017 Being Human Festival. For more information about the festival, please...
Curated Video
The Health Benefits of Green Tea: A Time-Honored Tradition
Discover the ancient health secrets of green tea from Japan and China, known for promoting digestion, regulating blood sugar levels, and improving heart health. Packed with antioxidants called catechins, green tea has been shown to...
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