Magical Japanese
tv show

58 total episodes
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5 seasons
First Aired March 28, 2021
Genres:
Overview
Explore the richness and depth of the Japanese language and discover how words and expressions reflect history, culture and the natural world.

Sumo
Season 3 - Episode 8 - 0h 10m
Air Date
June 21, 2023
Overview
This episode introduces words related to sumo. Throughout its long history, sumo has been performed as a ritual to pray for a good harvest and safety, and was practiced by samurai warriors as part of their training. Children also enjoyed it as a game. Sumo is close to the hearts of Japanese people, and it has inspired many expressions that are used in daily life. Poet, literary translator, and long-time Japan resident Peter MacMillan guides us through these words and the culture behind them.