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Magical Japanese - Season 1 Episode 3
This episode looks at words related to trees. Japan is a land of trees - two-thirds of the country is covered by forests. Trees support people's lives, and in turn, they have a deep respect for trees. Various expressions relating to trees have developed over time. Join poet, literary translator and long-time Japan resident Peter MacMillan and explore unique words and the culture behind them.
- Tau: 2024
- Whenua: Japan
- Momo: Documentary
- Studio: NHK WORLD-JAPAN
- Kupu matua: japanese history, japanese culture, japanese language
- Kaiwhakahaere:
- Maka: Peter MacMillan, Emma Howard