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Recreation - the Japanese way

Japan, 1975
film

A general overview of the leisure activities most favoured by Japanese people, explaining the reasons and philosophy behind the need for leisure.

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Living arts of Japan

Japan, 1960
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Leisure lines

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Japan: work and play in the land of the cherry blossom

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Shopping in Japan: an invitation to quality

Japan, 1967
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Festival Japan

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Nature's patterns: Japan's classic beauty

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Youth of Japan

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Making the most of your leisure

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Children at play

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In search of balance

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Japan: a profile of the nation today

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Journey through Japan

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Focus on leisure

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Japan: country of delight

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Japan: the land, the people

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Women in kimono

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Gardens of Japan

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Ritual: the collective psyche of Japan

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