Ryan Gander: The Idea of Japan

Duration: 58'50''

Synopsis

Artist Ryan Gander explores Japanese visual culture through symbols including the Geisha, Samurai and cherry blossom to find what they tell about their past, present and future.

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1: Samurai Sword | Handmade in Japan

BBC Four | 2017 | 28'17''

On Kyushu, a family of Samurai sword makers continue a tradition their ancestors began 230 years ago.

2: Kimono | Handmade in Japan

2: Kimono | Handmade in Japan

BBC Four | 2017 | 28'53''

On Amami Oshima in the southern oceans, we follow the elaborate handmade production of a traditional Japanese kimono.

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BBC Four | 2017 | 29'20''

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BBC One | 2019 | 58'18''

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