TRAVEL
The World of Automata -Laughter x Automata x Challenge-
TRAVEL
2015
30 mins Episode(s): 1
english
Japanese
Automata are western mechanical dolls. Kazuaki Harada is one of the very few automata artisans living in Japan. However, he has been gathering steady attention and fame worldwide with his unique creations. Harada's automata are very comical and alluring, and manage to make people laugh and smile. In this episode, we will focus on his charming and wonderful pieces of work and how they are made!
Part of the "Artisans of Japan Series"!
Part of the "Artisans of Japan Series"!
Customers who watch this video also watch
-
Deep Planet
2016 30 minutesThis series embarks on a journey around many locations in the world, exploring and discovering the history, culture, nature, and other aspects of certain locations. Join us while we visit places such as Hawaii, Spain, New York, Vietnam, New Zealand, and many more!more details -
Amezaiku (sugar sculpture) -A young artist blowing new life into tradition-
2015 30 minsAsakusa District in Tokyo is a popular tourist destination. Here in this vibrant area lies the best candy shop in Japan. Shinri Tezuka is a young candy maker working in this shop, and his masterful creations are so delicate and beautiful that they are almost too precious to eat! Dazzlingly...more details -
Classroom of Idol's Dream ~TPD's road to 2020~
24 minsA group of 10 girls aiming to be a unique performance group make up Tokyo Performance Doll (TPD). 'Classroom of Idol's Dream' is a series made to chronicle the girls' growth. In a classroom setting, the members of TPD take part in "special lessons" focusing on the many aspects of...more details -
Traditional Festivals of Japan
2009 55 minsShrines and temples like Ise Jingu Shrine with a history of 2000 years are carefully preserved all over Japan. Traditional cultural festivals are held all over the country that take place in these very special shrines and temples. Five of these famous festivals have been captured on camera and each...more details