Japanorama

Japanorama (2002-2007)

EndedDocumentary show

Japanorama is a BBC documentary programme where presenter Jonathan Ross travels to Japan to explore Japan's current popular culture, and how it came to be that way. Based on Jonathan Ross's love for all things Japanese, Japanorama takes the viewer through post-war Japan, showing its amazing rise from the ashes of war in movies, TV-shows, anime, manga and more.

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Scheduleevery Monday at 23:00 (30 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S03E06Gyaru (Bad Girls)Apr 23, 2007
S03E05Kaidan (Horror)Apr 16, 2007
S03E04Densetsu (Legends)Apr 9, 2007
S03E03J-Art (Japanese Pop Art)Apr 2, 2007
S03E02Ai and Koi (Love and Romance)Mar 26, 2007
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did 'Japanorama' premiere?

'Japanorama' premiered on May 11, 2002.

Who is the host of 'Japanorama'?

The host of 'Japanorama' is Jonathan Ross.

What is the concept of the show 'Japanorama'?

The show 'Japanorama' explores various aspects of Japanese culture, from the traditional to the modern.

How many episodes are in the first season of 'Japanorama'?

There are six episodes in the first season of 'Japanorama'.

Which popular Japanese music group is featured in the episode 'Pop Japan'?

The popular Japanese music group featured in the episode 'Pop Japan' is Tokyo Ska Paradise Orchestra.

What is the name of the episode that explores the influence of Japanese horror films?

The name of the episode that explores the influence of Japanese horror films is 'Terror Japan'.

In the episode 'School', what school in Japan is featured?

In the episode 'School', the featured school in Japan is Rikkyo School in Tokyo.

Who is interviewed in the episode 'Otaku'?

In the episode 'Otaku', Jonathan Ross interviews the Japanese pop culture artist Takashi Murakami.

What is the name of the episode that focuses on Japanese anime?

The name of the episode that focuses on Japanese anime is 'Anime'.

In the episode 'Zoku Pop Japan', what Japanese band is featured?

In the episode 'Zoku Pop Japan', the Japanese band featured is Polysics.

What is the name of the episode that explores the contemporary Japanese art scene?

The name of the episode that explores the contemporary Japanese art scene is 'Art Galore'.

Which Japanese musical instrument is featured in the episode 'Music'?

The Japanese musical instrument featured in the episode 'Music' is the shamisen.

What is the name of the episode that explores the history of Japanese martial arts?

The name of the episode that explores the history of Japanese martial arts is 'Martial Arts'.

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