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ENTERTAINMENT

120 Seconds of Science

ENTERTAINMENT 2020 2 min Episode(s): 25 english English
62nd Science and Technology Film/Video Festival - Education/Liberal Arts Excellence Award
Tsukuba Science Expo Memorial Foundation Chairman's Award


Looking at the world around us through the eyes of science, there are many questions of "why?" lurking all around us. Those questions can lead to discoveries and surprises! The question "why?" has the power to change the world that we take for granted and lead to a more enjoyable future. In this program, numerous questions of "why?" are delivered through 120-second videos with experiments that are packed with the fun of science!


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    The Mooka Steam Locomotive, Cherry Blossom, and Rape Blossom Highway
    2017 30 mins

    Mooka, in Tochigi Prefecture, is a city that prides itself on its steam locomotive, cherry blossoms, and rape blossoms. Within the city, there is an area called "Sakuramachi," where 1,000 cherry blossom trees line the railway line. Every spring, the steam locomotive runs through a carpet of cherry and rape...
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    Hometown's Original Scenery -World of Doll Art-
    2015 30 mins

    Mayumi Takahashi is a doll artist who started making dolls over 30 years ago. Her workshop is located in Iiyama City, Nagano Prefecture, which is known for its charming Japanese countryside. Inspired by the rural and rustic scenery around her,  Takahashi's creations often allow people to feel a strong sense...
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    Reintroducing Arita Ware to the World
    2017 49 minutes

    ‘Aritayaki’ originates from pottery brought back and baked by Toyotomi Hideyoshi from Korea in 1616. This specific style of pottery has been passed down through many generations for over 400 years. This documentary shows the beauty of ‘Aritayaki’ and the history behind it.   Check here to preview the program!
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    TASTE JAPAN
    2019 30 mins

    Watch as popular Taiwanese actor Figaro visits Aomori Prefecture and encounters the many delicious food products the prefecture has to offer. Along the way, he will draw inspiration from the local cuisine he tastes to create original recipes of his own. Throughout his trip, Figaro is touched by the heartfelt...
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