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S2017 E27 Japanophiles: Tyler Lynch

本集简介

Originally from Seattle, Washington in the US, Tyler Lynch manages a Japanese inn, or ryokan, at a hot springs resort in Nagano Prefecture. Lynch fell in love with the ryokan as a place where you can enjoy a traditional way of life that is otherwise disappearing. He listens carefully to guests in order to determine their preferences and needs, and offers them his own personal take on Japanese hospitality. He combines with various efforts to breathe fresh life into the local community.

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2017/09/12 S2017 E26

Amusement Parks

The many amusement parks around Japan feature thrilling rides, animal attractions and seasonal activities like waterparks. Now these leisure facilities are undergoing a major transformation, and offering totally new concepts of fun. This time on Japanology Plus, our theme is amusement parks. Our expert guest, Takashi Sasaki, is a writer who covers amusement parks for magazines and websites. And in Plus One, virtual reality takes the thrills and entertainment to new heights.

下一集

2017/10/03 S2017 E28

Particle Physics Research

Japan is renowned for research into elementary particles, a key to unlocking the mystery of the origins of the universe. This time on Japanology Plus, our theme is particle physics research. Our guide as we review Japanese discoveries and explore some of the facilities on the front line of research is special guest Dr. Makoto Kobayashi, who received the Nobel Prize in Physics in 2008. And in Plus One, we take a look at the precision glass manufacturing that makes subatomic particle detection possible.

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S2017

2017-01-05

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