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Japanorama (2002–2007) on BBC Three
About Japanorama
Japanorama ended on April 23, 2007, on BBC Three. The show was a documentary series that explored Japan's popular culture and its development over the years. It aired three seasons between 2002 and 2007, with each episode offering insights into different aspects of Japanese society, from post-war recovery to modern entertainment. The series was hosted by Jonathan Ross, who traveled to Japan to showcase its movies, TV shows, anime, and manga, providing viewers with an in-depth look at how Japan's culture evolved after World War II.
Japanorama was a documentary series that aired from 2002 to 2007, highlighting Japan's vibrant and diverse popular culture. The program focused on the country's rapid rise from the ashes of war, illustrating its influence through various media forms. Each episode was approximately 30 minutes long, and the series was known for its engaging exploration of Japanese societal trends and cultural phenomena during its run.
The show starred Jonathan Ross as the presenter. The series consisted of 6 episodes per season across three seasons, with the final episode airing on April 23, 2007.
Japanorama episode schedule
18 aired
Aired · 18
| Date | Ep. | Title |
|---|---|---|
| April 23, 2007 | S3·E6 | Gyaru (Bad Girls) |
| April 16, 2007 | S3·E5 | Kaidan (Horror) |
| April 9, 2007 | S3·E4 | Densetsu (Legends) |
| April 2, 2007 | S3·E3 | J-Art (Japanese Pop Art) |
| March 26, 2007 | S3·E2 | Ai and Koi (Love and Romance) |
| March 19, 2007 | S3·E1 | Gaijin (Outsiders) |
| October 12, 2006 | S2·E6 | Kawai (Cute) |
| October 5, 2006 | S2·E5 | Bushido (Samurai Spirit) |
| September 28, 2006 | S2·E4 | Owarai (Comedy) |
| September 21, 2006 | S2·E3 | Zoku (Tribes) |
| September 14, 2006 | S2·E2 | Otaku (Nerds) |
| September 7, 2006 | S2·E1 | Kakkoii (Cool) |
| July 14, 2002 | S1·E6 | Horror |
| July 7, 2002 | S1·E5 | Swords |
| June 30, 2002 | S1·E4 | Crime |
| June 23, 2002 | S1·E3 | Sex |
| June 16, 2002 | S1·E2 | Youth |
| June 9, 2002 | S1·E1 | Science Fiction |