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At The Edge of Asia

A look at the cultural identies of South Korea and Japan and how they fit into East Asia

World Service,6 episodes

Episodes

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South Korea - Economic Powerhouse
Despite its proximity to more powerful neighbours, South Korea retains a unique identity
14 Apr 2002,28 mins
South Korea - A Nation Divided
Exploring the psychic and material gulf, and sense of loss, in a divided nation
24 Apr 2002,28 mins
South Korea - Shamans and Cellphones
In South Korea, people are as passionate about magic and shamanism as about technology
10 May 2002,28 mins
Japan - For The Love Of Festivals
Exploring the Japanese love of festivals
14 May 2002,28 mins
Japan - Dealing with Foreigners
How the Japanese people construct their cultural identity in relation to foreign influences
24 May 2002,28 mins
Japan - The Ruins of the Future
How Japan's economic boom in the 70s/80s has not born fruit for all its inhabitants
31 May 2002,28 mins