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Journeys in Japan

Season 5 Episode 37: Izumo: Land of Legend and Folk Craft

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The Izumo area of Shimane Prefecture, in western Japan, is an ancient land of myths and legends. It is famous throughout Japan for its handicrafts (mingei in Japanese). In Yasugi, weavers prepare the complex indigo-dyed Hirose-gasuri fabric. And in Oku-Izumo, there is a long history of swordsmiths forging traditional tama-hagane steel to produce samurai swords. On this episode of Journeys in Japan, French designer Maïa Maniglier explores the beauty of the arts and crafts created in this area, where people still feel connection with nature.

Seasons:
17
Episodes:
551
Quality:
HD
Status:
Returning Series
First Air:
2010
IMDb:
9.0

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