Dive in Tokyo - Season 2 Episode 7 Ikebukuro - A Town with an Artistic Soul
Season - Episode
4
Season 4 Jan 08, 2025
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4 - 1Nihonbashi - The Mercantile Center of Old Tokyo Jan 08, 2025 -
4 - 2Nakano - From Dog Sanctuary to Anime Wonderland Feb 05, 2025 -
4 - 3Along the Setagaya Line - A Taste of the Slow Life Feb 19, 2025 -
4 - 4Marunouchi - A Marvel of Urban Planning Mar 05, 2025 -
4 - 5Haneda - Memories of Sky and Sea Mar 19, 2025 -
4 - 6Hamura - The Story of a Tranquil Waterworks Town Apr 02, 2025 -
4 - 7Hino - The Granary That Gave Rise to Warriors Apr 16, 2025 -
4 - 8Komagome - A Community United Under Cherry Blossoms Apr 30, 2025 -
4 - 9 -
4 - 10Yoyogi - A Green Oasis in the Heart of the City Jun 04, 2025 -
4 - 11Hachijojima - An Island Nurtured by Distance Jun 18, 2025 -
4 - 12Ebisu – A Toast to the Brew That Binds Jul 02, 2025 -
4 - 13Gotanda – An Eclectic Town of Hills and Valleys Jul 16, 2025 -
4 - 14Kasai - The Power of Moving Water Jul 30, 2025 -
4 - 15Daiba – From Defensive Forts to Innovation Hub Aug 13, 2025
3
Season 3 Jan 31, 2024
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3 - 1Kyojima - A Window into Tokyo's Good Old Days Jan 31, 2024 -
3 - 2Machiya - Cultivating the Spirit of Craftsmanship Feb 14, 2024 -
3 - 3Yotsuya - Echoes of Old Edo Feb 28, 2024 -
3 - 4Tsukiji - A Town Reclaimed from the Sea Mar 13, 2024 -
3 - 5Yaesu - The Other Gateway to Tokyo Station Apr 03, 2024 -
3 - 6Senju - A Sojourn in a Former Post Town Apr 17, 2024 -
3 - 7 -
3 - 8Ochanomizu - A Lively Hub of Learning May 15, 2024 -
3 - 9Mt. Mitake - The Sanctuary in the Sky May 29, 2024 -
3 - 10Kamata - A Town with Working-Class Spirit Jun 12, 2024 -
3 - 11Shinjuku East Exit - A Colorful Hub of Excitement Jun 26, 2024 -
3 - 12Sawara - An Old Merchant Town with Festive Spirit Jul 10, 2024 -
3 - 13Shibaura - The Tides of Transformation Jul 24, 2024 -
3 - 14Harajuku - A Wellspring of Creative Energy Aug 07, 2024 -
3 - 15Nishi-Ogikubo - Fertile Ground for Small Businesses Aug 21, 2024 -
3 - 16Akasaka - A Town of Heartfelt Hospitality Sep 11, 2024 -
3 - 17Okutama - An Oasis in Tokyo's Backyard Sep 25, 2024 -
3 - 18Landmarks of the Tokyo Tower Area Oct 09, 2024 -
3 - 19Fussa - American Vibes and Multicultural Charm Oct 23, 2024 -
3 - 20Machida - A Suburban City with Satoyama Spirit Nov 06, 2024 -
3 - 21Ueno Park - At the Crossroads of Edo and Meiji Nov 20, 2024 -
3 - 22Zoshigaya - A Town Protected by a Repentant Demoness Dec 04, 2024 -
3 - 23Hakone - From Barrier Station to Relaxing Retreat Dec 18, 2024
2
Season 2 Feb 12, 2023
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2 - 1Omori - A Taste of the Sea Feb 12, 2023 -
2 - 2Kanda - A Historic Town with Heart Mar 22, 2023 -
2 - 3Oji - Charmed by Foxes and Cherry Blossoms Apr 19, 2023 -
2 - 4Shimbashi - A Junction of Old & New May 03, 2023 -
2 - 5Takanawa - The Gateway to Tokyo May 24, 2023 -
2 - 6Chofu - The City of Cinema and Water May 31, 2023 -
2 - 7Ikebukuro - A Town with an Artistic Soul Jun 21, 2023 -
2 - 8Shin-Okubo - A Rich Tapestry of Cultures Jul 05, 2023 -
2 - 9Asakusa - A Tour of Summer Traditions Jul 19, 2023 -
2 - 10Fukagawa - Criss-crossed by Canals Aug 02, 2023 -
2 - 11Tokyo Skytree and the Waterways of Edo Aug 16, 2023 -
2 - 12Denenchofu - An Upscale Garden Suburb Sep 06, 2023 -
2 - 13Kabutocho - An Evolving Financial Hub Sep 20, 2023 -
2 - 14Azabu - A Tale of Slopes and Embassies Oct 04, 2023 -
2 - 15Nishi-Shinjuku - The Skyscraper Story Oct 18, 2023 -
2 - 16Hachioji - The City of Mulberry and Silk Nov 01, 2023 -
2 - 17Akihabara - A Tech and Pop Culture Wonderland Nov 15, 2023 -
2 - 18Hibiya - A Bustling Center of Social Activity Nov 29, 2023 -
2 - 19Ginza - A Treasure Trove of Architecture Dec 13, 2023 -
2 - 20Nerima - The City of Agriculture and Animation Dec 27, 2023
1
Season 1 Jun 08, 2022
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1 - 1Kuramae - Secrets of the Old Storage District Jun 08, 2022 -
1 - 2Yanaka - Building on the Past Jun 29, 2022 -
1 - 3Kandagawa - A River Watching Over Tokyo Jul 27, 2022 -
1 - 4Toyosu - The Ever-Evolving City Sep 02, 2022
Overview
This time we explore Ikebukuro, a bustling commercial area. Today it's known as a destination for fans of manga, anime and cosplay, but its artistic roots stretch back to the first half of the 20th century. We visit an anime superstore, hop over to an apartment building that housed manga legends in postwar Japan, and then learn about how artists in the 1930s and 40s established a community that was nicknamed Ikebukuro Montparnasse. Along the way we discover the area's creative energy and charm.
Year 2025
Studio NHK WORLD-JAPAN
Director
Crew
Popularity 1.4852
Language Japanese, English
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