Japan's Top Inventions

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93 total episodes

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8 seasons

First Aired March 18, 2018

Overview

Japanese inventions are used and loved around the world. Through interviews and reenactments, go behind the scenes and discover how Japanese craftsmanship brought these top inventions into being.

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Radio Controlled Watches / Encrusting Machines

Season 4 - Episode 8 - 0h 28m

Air Date

December 11, 2021

Overview

The fascinating stories and secrets behind hit Japanese products, plus parts and machines that boast the top share of niche markets. In the first half of the show, we cover the world's first full metal case radio controlled watch, created by a Japanese watch manufacturer in 2003. In the second half: devices known as encrusting machines, which make food items with fillings. We visit the Japanese company that makes these devices which are used in over 126 countries and regions worldwide.