Kokoro: The Heart Within Episode Guide

Episode Guide

• Bushido: Way of the Warrior

  A samurai's code of honor and duty is called bushido.

• Heritage: Pride of Japan

  Certain social and cultural aspects are unique to Japan.

• Hiroshima: City of Peace

  Hit by an atom bomb in World War II, Hiroshima builds peace monuments.

• Makoto: Sincerity

  The concept of makato often values sincerity over success.

• Nature: Giver of Blessings

  Haiku expresses the Japanese love for nature.

• Nihon no Kokoro

  Overview of the concepts, traditions and culture of Japan.

• Oceans: Lifeblood of Japan

  The ocean is inextricably woven into Japan's economy and culture.

• Religion: Spiritual Heritage

  Shinto, Buddhism and Christianity co-exist in Japan.

• Shinto: Way of the Gods

  The animistic religion called Shinto is indigenous to Japan.

• Tradition: Inner Harmony

  Japanese culture seeks tranquility in simple, everyday acts.