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Japan's Cultural Imagination (Season 1, Episode 1)
TV Episode | Documentary, History
Hosted by Japanese model and creative director, Hikari Mori, the premiere episode takes viewers inside the surreal mind of Takashi Murakami with exclusive access to the artist's Tokyo studio as he prepares for a new exhibition in Seoul and...See moreHosted by Japanese model and creative director, Hikari Mori, the premiere episode takes viewers inside the surreal mind of Takashi Murakami with exclusive access to the artist's Tokyo studio as he prepares for a new exhibition in Seoul and explores how Japan's pop imagination keeps setting the tone for what's next in art, fashion, and design. Hikari also uncovers the enduring elegance of traditional textile artisans and reveals how Japan's distinct aesthetic has influenced global culture. Featuring exclusive, referral-only restaurants and ancient sensory tea rituals, at the heart of this episode is a demonstration of the deep respect for artistry, storytelling, and a unique ability to fuse the past with the future in Japan. See less
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Sep 6, 2025 (United States)

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7 cast members
Name Known for
Hikari Mori primary photo
Hikari Mori
Self - Host Self - Host   See fewer
Aoi sora shiroi kumo (2012)
Takashi Murakami primary photo
Takashi Murakami
Self - Japanese Contemporary Artist Self - Japanese Contemporary Artist   See fewer
Jellyfish Eyes (2013)
Yoshiyuki Fukuda primary photo
Yoshiyuki Fukuda
Self - CEO, Fukudaki Self - CEO, Fukudaki   See fewer
Seasons (2025)
Chikara Mizukami primary photo
Chikara Mizukami
Self - Wagashi Master Self - Wagashi Master   See fewer
Seasons (2025)
Yosuke Suga primary photo
Yosuke Suga
Self - Chef & Owner, Sugalabo Self - Chef & Owner, Sugalabo   See fewer
The Pursuit of Perfection (2021)
Toryo Ito primary photo
Toryo Ito
Self - Vice Abbot, Ryosokuin Temple Self - Vice Abbot, Ryosokuin Temple   See fewer
Seasons (2025)
Motoya Koyama primary photo
Motoya Koyama
Self - President, Marukyu Koyamaen Self - President, Marukyu Koyamaen   See fewer
Seasons (2025)
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