Consulate General of ’s DVD Library *Please check the recent Japan Video Topics on the website by visiting the URL below

http://web-japan.org/jvt/index.html *Titles in underline indicate DVDs that are missing # YEAR TITLE TIME Haire A Community Centered on Water Kaizen The Secret Behind Japanese Productivity D92 2015/2016(2) 16’20” Safer Japanese Methods for Deterring Insects Uji Birthplace of Match Kiriko Lantern Festivals of Noto Haiku The Worlds Shortest Poem D91 2015/2016(1) Bluefin Tuna Aquaculture Completing the Farm-raising 16’20” Cycle Stamps and Seals For Business and for Fun By to Hokuriku D90 Mar-15 Kendama's Global Appeal Reviving Towns old Machiya 17' Eco Ships for Cleaner Seas Japan-A Nation of Light Snow Monkeys

Stachels Filled with Memories 2014/2015(5) 17' D89 Changing Corporate Cafeterias White Impulse/ 30 Second Trailer What is Yurukyara? Kurokawa Onsen D88 2014/2015(4) 17' Silken Thread from Spiders A Japanese Approach to Bread Prepared for Disaster The Japanese Love of Sound D87 2014/2015(3) 16' Kisoji _ The Old Mountain Road The Spirit of Mottainai Festival Art in Tohoku D86 2014/2015(2) Aspirit of Service 16' Exploring a Yokocho Washi- The Versatile Paper The Islands of Nagasaki Caring Tecknology Making Tokyo Life Easier D85 2014/2015(1) A Clean and Tidy Life 18'

Cooking Toys Promote Communication Manhole Cover Art D84 2013/2014(6) 14' Japnese Fast Food Eygglass Capital Sabae Leads Innovation A Seven-Minute Milacle! The Shinkansen Cleaning Theater Becoming More Useful: Innovative Food Containers D83 2013/2014(5) 15' High School Students' Challenge! LED Fishing Lights: Revolutionizing the Fishing Industry What is Spochan? Chopstic Culture in Japan D82 2013/2014(4) 15' Powered Suits Helping Farmers Ise Jingu Shikinen Sengu Reconstructing Tradition Landscape Gardener Getting Together! D81 2013/2014(3) The Japanese Crested lbis starting over from zero 15' Comminication Robot Ultra-Lightweight Vehicle D80 2013/2014(2) Tatami and the Japanese Lifestyle Sightseeing Train 16' Academi Koban D79 2013/2014(1) Tsunami Simulation Helping Limit Damage 17' Hydroponic Farming Hakone a Relaxing Retreat Spring D78 Summer 16' Autumn Winter The School Day D77 School Meals 16' School Events Summer Vacation Trendsetting Tokyo D76 Dec-12 Tokyo's Latest Landmark 15' Tokyo- City of Sports Gourmet Tokyo The Sprit of Budo D75 12-Oct Budo Techniques and Power 15' Traditional Budo Equipment Budo Today Kamakura-Home of Samurai Culture

Jomon Art- Ancient yet Modern 16' D74 Sep. 2012

Okinawa World Heritage

Mt. Fuji, Japan's Scared Mountain Tohoku's Eco-friendly Reconstruction Geothermal Energy in Japan D73 July.2012 16' Pioneering Disaster Technology New National Park for Sanriku The Camellias of Hagi Arita Porcelain D72 Mar. 2012 16’ Leading-Edge Desalination Technology Wadaiko Drumming Miji-Jingu D71 Feb. 2012 17’ Amezaiku Candy Sculpture Saving Energy with Sensors Kyo Yuzen Kimono Dying Gokayama’s Thatched Farmhouses Another Taste of Japan D70 Jan. 2012 16’ Stronger and Lighter than Steel Maki-e Gold on Lacquer Niihama Taiko Festival Snacks D69 Nov. 2011 Shaping Our World with Plastics 17’ The Puppet Art of Bunraku Solar Power in Japan Ise-Shima – Ancient Shrines and Pearls D68 Oct. 2011 28’ Stationary Moves with the Times The Ukiyoe Tradition Tohoku Rokkon Sai-A Festival of Festivals Aizu Tajima Gion Festival-800 years of Tradition D67 Sept. 2011 Kitakami Michinoku Geino Gestival-Showcasing Tohoku 20’ Dance Shiogama Minato Festival-Festival on Matsushima Bay Hiraizumi-Once again a Beacon of Hope Fukushima’s World-leading Aluminum Tecknology D66 Aug. 2011 20’ The Magnificent Wooden Chests of Keeping the Auto Industry on the Road Tohoku Selection

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l Lacquer Reborn D65 Jul. 2011 20’ l Hiraizumi

l Nanbu-tekki Cast Ironware

l Lakes of Many Color Takachiho – Land of Legends D64 Jul. 2011 Walking on Wood 17’ Flea Markets for Fun Technology Inspired by Tradition The Colorful World of Bentobako Miniaturizing Medicine D63 May. 2011 17’ Experimenting with Fasion Miyajima-Island Shrine to Nature Izu-Paradise of Flowers Snow and Hemp in Ojiya D62 Mar. 2011 Leave it All to the Movers 15’ Hina - Ningyo Dolls Japan’s high-speed rail system Matuse-the water city D61 Feb. 2011 Speedy and safe-Japan’s egg technology 18’ Artful gift wrapping Azuki-the versatile little red bean Wajima-nuri lacquerware Lighting up the night in Arashiyama D60 Jan. 2011 15’ Fine marquetry from Hakone A cascade of chrysanthemums Lakes of Many Colors Safe Water from Every Tap D59 Nov. 2010 15’ Tsunami Kanzashi Hair Ornaments Karatsu Kunchi Festival -rice to go When lacquer meets deerskin D58 Oct. 2010 15’ Electric vehicles hit the street Owara Kaze no Bon Festival The Dinosaurs of Katsuyama D57 Sep. 2010 Tokyo’s New Green Heart 20’ Ishiakan Stone Lanterns Japan Video Topics D56 Aug. 2010 Cyber Power Suits 16' Kumiko Latticework The Essential ean Pillars of Flame Japan Video Topics

Jul. 2010 Rebun-Island of Flowers D55 15’ Japan’s Advanced Vending Machines Tenugui-Tha Handy Cloth Japan Video Topics Kakunodate – Sakura and Samurai D54 May. 2010 Designed for Universal Use 15’ A Tradition of Fine Blades Edo Period Puppet Theater Japan Video Topics Mount Fuji in Winter D53 Mar. 2010 Yusan-bako Picnic Boxes 15’ New Ways to Use Cardboard Kariwano’s Giant Tug-of-war Japan Video Topics Nambu-tekki Cast Ironware D52 Feb. 2010 Winter Train to Tsugaru 15’ Jomon Art- Ancient yet Modern Kendo – A Sport for Mind and Body Japan Video Topics The Miniature Appeal of Netsuke D51 Jan. 2010 Nature’s Beauty at Lake Akan 15’ Keeping Frozen Cells Alive azuma- Japanese Traditional Magic Japan Video Topics Selection 2009-2010 Unfolding the Story of the Kyo-Sensu Fan D50 Dec. 2009 Highly Polished Skills 15’ Matsuri-Zushi – Festival Sushi Iriomote’s Shichi Festival

Japan Video Topics Selection 2009-2010

Funadansu Sea Chests

Sweet Accessories D49 Oct. 2009 Yamaga Lantern Festival 15’ Wagakki – Ancient Japanese Musical Instruments Japan Video Topics Selection 2009-2010 Dancing the Summer Nights Away D48 Sep. 2009 Mottainai- Even Tiny Scraps Can Be Reused 15’ Cruising Down the Shimanto River Umbrellas to Slip in a Pocket Japan Video Topics Selection 2009-2010 Ajisai – Hydrangeas in Hakone D47 Aug. 2009 Lettuce from a Factory 15’ Mizuhiki- The Art of Tying Paper Cords New Life for Old Facilities Japan Video Topics Selection 2009-2010 Hiking the Shinetsu Trail D46 Jun. 2009 When Mending Becomes an Art 15’ A Better Way to Peaceful Sleep New Technology for Disabled Sports Japan Video Topics 2008/09 Culture/Lifestyle: Monkiri Asobi, Donabe, eco Art, High- Rise Work Fashions D45 Mar. 2009 Tourism/Festival: Tokyo's Subtropical Islands, Night 37' Festival in Chichibu, Iwami Kagura Technology/Environment: Fresh Ideas for Mobile Living, Minamata, Green Revolution Transforms City Rooftops Japan Video Topics Selection 2000-2006 Volume 1: Tourist Attractions of Japan – D44 Sept. 2007 65’, 85’, 80’ Sightseeing / Festivals Volume 2: Japanese Culture and Lifestyle – World Heritage / Food Culture / Traditional / Seasons Volume 3: Modern Japan – Pop Culture / Japanese Citizens Playing Active Role in Society / Advanced Technology & Environment / Industry Fantastic Destinations in Japan: Mt. Fuji D43 Mar. 2008 46’ The Japanese Onsen Winter in Japan Japan Video Topics: The Cherry Blossoms of Yoshino D42 May. 2009 Titanium Tiles for Temple Roofs 15’ How Old Firms Survive Old Crafts in Modern Art Japan Video Topics: Donabe – Most Versatile of Cooking Pots D41 Mar. 2009 Bonsai – Nature’s Beauty in Miniature 15’ Iwami Kagura – Ancient Ritual to Modern Folk Art Green Revolution Transforms City Rooftops Japan Video Topics: Tiny Satellite Carries a Big Dream D40 Feb. 2009 A Stroll through Old Kawagoe 15’ Carry Your Own Chopsticks - The Pleasure of Japanese Pickles Japan Video Topics: Night Festival in Chichibu D39 Jan. 2009 Monkiri Asobi – The Art of Papercutting 15’ Miyadaiku Sushi from Tokyo Bay Again Japan Video Topics: The Healing Powers of the Jellyfish D38 Nov. 2008 15’ Ready to Eat. Instantly, Anywhere Bamboo’s Deep Roots in Japanese Life Traditional Crafts, Modern Design, That’s Kanazawa Japan Video Topics: Walking the Old Tokaido Highway D37 Oct. 2008 Compact Houses for Spacious Living 15’ Learning about Life from Food Fun Ways to Get Fit Japan Video Topics: Manga goes Worldwide D36 Sept. 2008 World’s Biggest Firework 15’ Japanese Denim – High Fashion and Eco Friendly Deco Art – It’s Everywhere! Japan Video Topics: Tokyo’s Subtropical Islands D35 Aug. 2008 Toys for all Ages 15’ Building to Blend with Nature Japan Video Topics: Untouched for 8,000 Years D34 Jun. 2008 High-Rise Work Fashion 15’ Fine Mist Cools City Heat Minamata – An Eco Aware Community Japan Video Topics: Mixing up a Super Fuel D33 May. 2008 Horse-Trekking 15’ Fresh Ideas for Mobile Living New Future for Smallest Room Japan Video Topics: Tokyo Girls Collection D32 May. 2008 Japan Tourism Goes Green 15’ High-Tech Hairpieces Railway Country D31 Feb. 2008 Japan Video Topics: 15’ Winter in Japan’s Snow Country Tree Surgeons at Work Robot, A Remarkable Companion World’s Biggest Comic Convention Japan Video Topics: Toyako- Scenic Site of G8 Summit D30 Jan. 2008 Eco- The New Brand Image 15’ New Year’s Friendly Demons The Miniature World of Omake Japan Video Topics: Yokohama- Japan’s First Modern City D29 Dec. 2007 Traditional Art Meets Pop Culture 15’ A Challenge of Skills Never Too Old to Play Japan Video Topics: A new style of lifelong learning in Shibuya D28 Nov. 2007 The lake that inspired Tale of Genji 15’ Why is Japanese fruit so delicious? Clear as glass, but so much stronger Japan Video Topics: Try new products for free at Sample Lab D27 Oct. 2007 Revealing the hidden side of Industry 15’ Eating on the train- ekiben boxed meals A designer’s ideas transform local industries Hello! Japan: Nature and Culture, Cutting-Edge Technology, D26 2007 9’ Food, Kid’s Life, Break Time, International Contributions

D25 2007 Japan Travel Commercial by Prime Minister Shinzo Abe 1’ A New focus for art in Tokyo Recycling with IC cards D24 2007-3 16’ The rebirth of Japanese calligraphy Izu Peninsula in Spring A Day trip across Tokyo Bay The charm of modern paper craft D23 2007-2 16’ Cleaning water with carbon fibre Revitalizing a town with Ume Naoshima - The Island of Art Bringing a New Charm to BONSAI D22 2007-1 17’ At the Forefront of Endoscopy Japan's Creative Cheese D21 2006 Bridges to Japan – Study Abroad Guide 20’ D20 2006 (3 copies) Visit Japan Campaign (Yokoso Japan) 4.5’ One-day Trip to Tsukuba Edo Kites Flying High D19 Dec. 2006 Supporting the Next Generation of Aircraft - Carbon 19’ Fibre Composite Materials Tokyo Traditional Taste Japan Video Topics: Global Oysters supported by forests D18 Nov. 2006 Not just for play – mobile games evolve 21’ Tokyo one day trip – noodles fostered by nature Japan Video Topics: Japan’s 50 Years as a UN Member Oct. 2006 (2 D17 Onsen. Warm-hearted Hot Springs – Beppu and Yufuin 19’ copies) , Japan’s Favourite Noodles The Small Island that Drives on Ethanol Japan Video Topics: State-of-the-art Prosthetics Sep. 2006 (2 D16 Staying at a World Heritage Site 18’ copies) Basement Food Riches Preparing for Natural Disasters Aug. 2006 (2 Japan Video Topics: D15 19’ copies) Beach Cleaning Buggy Secrets of the White Egret Castle (Himeji Castle) The Yukata Fashion Boom WASHI, The Finest Japanese Paper The Popular Tokyo English Bus Tour Government of Japan D14 2006 150 Years of US-Japan Relations Japan Video Topics: Climbing for Cleaning Jul. 2006 (2 D13 Living with Flowers 15’ copies) Furoshiki – The Flexible Wrapping Cloth Self-expression through Digital Art Japan Video Topics: Jun. 2006 (2 Mobile Phone TV D12 13’ copies) Exploring Japan: Appreciating Wooden Architecture Japan Welcomes Young Students Japan Video Topics: Japan’s Assistance for Iraq May. 2006 (2 D11 Exploring Japan: Appreciating Japanese Sounds 15’ copies) Japanese Anime in Malaysia Citizens in City Planning Japan Video Topics: The Roots of Japanese Anime D10 Apr. 2006 Shop Assistants with Purchasing Power 15’ Exploring Japan: Appreciating Japanese-style Rooms The Japanese Economy is Rising from Recession Japan Video Topics: Shimane - Land of Silver, Swords and Ancient Shrines D9 Mar. 2006 Latest Digital Camera Trends 15’ Art of Hidden Beauty More than Cute - Kawaii!! Japan Video Topics: D8 2006 15’ City of Countless Faces The Art of the Compact Keeping the Expressways Safe Weaving Works of Art Japan Video Topics: Fighting Sport Builds Friendship D7 2006 Block Toy Unblocks Creativity 15’ Heroes of Disaster - Tokyo's Hyper Rescue Team Underground Caverns of Akiyoshi Japan Video Topics: Kyushu National Museum D6 2005 Heart-warming nabe cookery 15’ Waste disposal as a work of art Glories of long ago – Hiraizumi Japan Video Topics: Nikko – Japan’s oldest international resort D5 2005 What’s happening in the motorcycle world 15’ Senior volunteers work abroad Traditional good-luck charms Japan Video Encyclopedia: Japanese Society, Politics, D4 2005 72’ Diplomacy D3 2005 Japan Video Encyclopedia: Life for Japanese People 62’ D2 2005 Disaster Reduction: Japan’s Global Contribution 30’ D1 Visit Japan Campaign 11’11”