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In Japan, a great number of places, objects and customs are considered to be auspicious. Examples include beckoning cats called "maneki neko," and a special meal eaten on New Year's Day. Our guest is Shintani Takanori, who has been studying folk customs for many years. He explains the rituals and beliefs associated with visiting a shrine. He describes the complex meaning behind well-known customs. And he talks about a Japanese tendency to keep seeking out new sources of good fortune.
Title | Luck |
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Genres | Documentary Talk |
Release Date | 2021-10-07 |
Episode Runtime | 00 Hours 28 Minutes |
Season Number | 8 |
Episode Number | 21 |
Production Companies | NHK, NHK Educational |