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Japanology Plus · S7E15 — Aloha Shirts
Season 7 episodes
1. Osechi: New Year's FoodJan 7, 2020
2. Japanophiles: Thomas AinsworthJan 28, 2020
3. Sunakku BarsFeb 18, 20204. Tohoku Nine Years On: Living with GhostsMar 10, 20205. Tohoku Nine Years On: Voices of the DeceasedMar 17, 2020
6. Japanophiles: Harold George MeijMar 24, 2020
7. Laundry ServicesApr 7, 2020
8. MisoApr 21, 2020
9. Japanophiles: Johan Nilsson BjoerkAug 4, 2020
10. Japan vs. EpidemicsAug 18, 2020
11. WasabiSep 1, 2020
12. Geisha: A Sunset Trade?Sep 8, 2020
13. Expert Craft SkillsSep 15, 2020
14. Japanophiles: Kim SeungbokSep 29, 2020
15. Aloha ShirtsOct 6, 2020
16. Japanophiles: Gyoei SaileOct 13, 2020
17. Rice SnacksOct 20, 2020
18. Urban WorkshopsNov 3, 2020
19. Tokyo RooftopsNov 10, 2020
20. Tokyo Stories #1: Josh GrisdaleNov 17, 2020
21. Tokyo Stories #2: Mateusz UrbanowiczNov 24, 2020
22. Japanophiles: Anna BugaevaDec 1, 2020
23. MushroomsDec 22, 2020
24. Kamishibai: Paper TheaterDec 29, 2020Synopsis
The aloha shirt is a ubiquitous emblem of Hawaii, embraced by both visitors and locals. A closer examination of its history reveals a significant Japanese influence; these shirts were frequently crafted by individuals of Japanese ancestry, employing materials and techniques borrowed from kimono making. This episode of Japanology Plus focuses on the aloha shirt. Our featured guest, Nakano Yoshihiro, has dedicated over two decades to studying these garments. He provides a detailed account of the c
