Japan's centuries-old "floating" aesthetic in architecture and the arts is characterized by elevated floors and pillars that create a sense of weightlessness. Designer Gwenael Nicolas, based in Tokyo for over 20 years, joins us to delve into Japanese designs that embody lightness a...
Aired: Apr 2, 2015Naoto Fukasawa, a renowned Japanese product designer, suggests that effective...
Aired: Apr 9, 2015Japan's railway system, developed from imported Western technology, has evolv...
Aired: May 7, 2015Japanese culture boasts a lesser-known, edgy side, characterized by extravaga...
Aired: May 14, 2015Japan's 4 seasons have inspired numerous floral designs in art and everyday i...
Aired: Jun 4, 2015In the world of Japanese design, "Shitsuraeru" is a unique concept where obje...
Aired: Jun 11, 2015As digital media dominates modern life, a renewed interest in traditional pri...
Aired: Jul 2, 2015The art of Japanese culture lies not only in what's present, but also in the ...
Aired: Aug 6, 2015A centuries-old Japanese theory posits that true beauty resides in the space ...
Aired: Aug 13, 2015Next episode, we'll delve into the fascinating world of design, where the phy...
Aired: Sep 3, 2015Japan's centuries-old expertise in making the most of limited resources has l...
Aired: Sep 9, 2015Aired: Oct 1, 2015Discoveries from Japan's design scene, featuring Andy and Shaula, are showcas...
Aired: Oct 8, 2015Japan's centuries-old "floating" aesthetic in architecture and the arts is ch...
Aired: Nov 5, 2015Japanese culture has long celebrated the art of miniaturization, from bonsai ...
Aired: Nov 12, 2015The popularity of bento has led to its inclusion in global dictionaries, with...
Aired: Dec 3, 2015Celebrated cross-platform artist Hiroshi Sugimoto reimagines traditional Japa...
Aired: Dec 10, 2015Japanese buildings feature long eaves that block direct sunlight, filling roo...
