Mar 2, 2020

Todaiji Temple is an iconic temple in Nara, the ancient capital of Japan. On the grounds of the temple can be found the "Daibutsuden". It remains one of the largest and oldest wooden buildings in the world, and houses the famous Giant Buddha Statue. In this video produced by Nara University of Education students,...

Jan 2, 2020

Kyoto is one of the most famous and cultured cities in the world. In this podcast, Hannan University student Yuta gives us a wonderful introduction to the city and explains where you should go on your next trip to Japan – and how to do it on a budget!

Dec 26, 2019

Japanese archery, called kyudo in Japanese, is a traditional martial art, like judo, karate, and many other well-known martial arts. However, kyudo is different in that there is no direct opponent. In fact, the opponent can be said to be your own ability to perform the art correctly with dignity and honour.

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Jul 25, 2019

Sumo is probably the most famous and unique of all Japanese sports. In this podcast, students from Nara University of Education describe the history and some of the most interesting aspects of this iconic Japanese sport and cultural institution.

Jun 18, 2019

Kasuga Grand Shrine is one of the most iconic sites in Nara, Japan. In this podcast, students from Nara University of Education describe the history and some of the unique aspects of this World Heritage listed shrine.