Amami Oshima: Paradise Found (S10E11)
S10E11
In this episode, we delve into the beauty of Amami Oshima, a subtropical haven, through the captivating artwork of Tanaka Isson. Often dubbed "the Japanese Gauguin," Isson discovered fresh creative motivation upon relocating to this southern isle. Although his art went unrecognized during his lifetime, it now enjoys widespread acclaim in exhibitions across Japan. In the first of a two-part series on Amami Oshima, Peter Barakan traces Isson's journey, uncovering the reasons behind the lasting appeal of his masterpieces.
Show
Japanology Plus
Episode
S10E11
Air Date
Jul 06, 2023
Season 10 Episodes
S10E01
Kitchens
S10E02
Satsumaimo: Sweet Potatoes
S10E03
Dinosaurs
S10E04
Japanophiles: Kyle Holzhueter
S10E05
Camping
S10E06
Male Aesthetics
S10E07
Konnyaku
S10E08
Japanophiles: Isabelle Sasaki
S10E09
Ueno
S10E10
Meteorological Data
S10E11
Amami Oshima: Paradise Found
S10E12
Amami Oshima: Shaped by Adversity
S10E13
Japanophiles: Francesco Panto
S10E14
Vacant Homes
S10E15
Rokyoku: Musical Storytelling
S10E16
Japanese Honeybees
S10E17
Japanophiles: Martin Holman
S10E18
Unused Fish
S10E19
Garbage
S10E20
Firefighting