
Japanology Plus
Documentary·Talk·2014·13 Seasons
Host Peter Barakan delves into various aspects of Japanese culture; exploring practices, history, and modern innovations in such areas as ramen, rice, sushi, geisha, bonsai, and so much more. Local experts discuss their passions at fascinating length, and American Japanophile Matt Alt experiences the food, practices, and cultures in each episode in depth. Viewers will finish each half hour episode with a new understanding of an area of Japanese life through demonstrative videos and explanations, all delivered respectfully and true to the Japanese way of life.
Starring: Peter Barakan
Episodes
Season 13
S13 | E01
Glasswork
2026-01-08

S13 | E02
Fragrances
2026-01-22

S13 | E03
Salmon
2026-02-12

S13 | E04
Japanophiles: Phillip Richards
2026-02-26

S13 | E05
Danchi Housing Complexes
2026-03-12

S13 | E06
Jazz Kissa
2026-04-09

S13 | E07
Chokatsu: Improving Gut Health
2026-04-23

S13 | E08
Sashiko Embroidery
2026-05-07
All Seasons

Season 1
30 ep · 2014

Season 2
35 ep · 2015
Season 3
34 ep · 2016
Season 4
35 ep · 2017
Season 5
38 ep · 2018
Season 6
28 ep · 2019
Season 7
24 ep · 2020
Season 8
27 ep · 2021
Season 9
27 ep · 2022
Season 10
23 ep · 2023
Season 11
24 ep · 2024

Season 12
24 ep · 2025

Season 13
8 ep · 2026
Cast

Peter Barakan
Self - Host







