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The Best Episodes of Japanorama Season 2

Every episode of Japanorama Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Japanorama Season 2!

Japanorama was a series of documentaries presented by Jonathan Ross, exploring various facets of popular culture and trends of modern-day Japan. Each episode had a theme,...
Genres:DocumentaryNewsComedy
Network:BBC Three

Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Kakkoii (Cool)" is the best rated episode of "Japanorama" season 2. It scored N/A/10 based on 0 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 9/10/2006. This episode is rated NaN points higher than the second-best, "Otaku (Nerds)".

  • Kakkoii (Cool)
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    #1 - Kakkoii (Cool)

    Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 9/10/2006

    This episode covers what’s cool in Japan, including cell phones, pop music videos, robots and even shoes.Nigo, the creator of Bathing Ape, gives a bit of an look into what makes his brand cool.Madame Shirota’s Customs and Sayings: How to laugh.Also explored are the weird videos of Nagi NodaThere is an interview with the star of many of Japans cult films, Tadanobu Asano, known as the Japanese Johnny Depp.The Magic Numbers make their debut on their sell out tour of Japan.

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  • Otaku (Nerds)
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    #2 - Otaku (Nerds)

    Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 9/14/2006

    The world of Otaku, roughly translated as ‘nerd’, is explored. Such phenomena as Cosplay (dressing in costumes), Maid Cafes and model collecting are covered

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  • Zoku (Tribes)
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    #3 - Zoku (Tribes)

    Season 2 Episode 3 - Aired 9/21/2006

    A review of some of the groups in Japan as well as Japan’s obsession with uniforms. Covered are girl bikers, gangsters and goths. Designer Paul Smith tells about his phenomenal popularity in Japan

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  • Owarai (Comedy)
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    #4 - Owarai (Comedy)

    Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 9/28/2006

    What is considered funny in Japan? This episode covers; Jackass style performances, comedy robot and Hard Gay (comedian).

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  • Bushido (Samurai Spirit)
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    #5 - Bushido (Samurai Spirit)

    Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 10/5/2006

    Topics covered include: Beetle Sumo, 'Kill Bill' star Chiaki Kuriyama, mobile phone controlled robot warriors, a film about a Calamari Wrestler and even eating the deadly poisonous blow fish.

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  • Kawai (Cute)
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    #6 - Kawai (Cute)

    Season 2 Episode 6 - Aired 10/12/2006

    Cute is perhaps the most pervasive concept in Japan. This episode covers Hello Kitty, Gloomy Bear and Super DolfieMadame Shirota’s Customs and Sayings: Where to throw your toothBottom tooth, throw over your roof. Top tooth, throw under your house.

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