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Japan with Sue Perkins

Show Info

  • Status: Ended
  • First Aired: September 18, 2019
  • Seasons: 1
  • Episodes: 2
  • Networks: BBC One
  • Genres: Documentary

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Japan with Sue Perkins(2019)

TMDB Rating: 9.2 (4 votes)

Overview

From sumo wrestling to robots, Japan's traditions and high-tech innovations fuel host Sue Perkin's cultural exploration in this docuseries.

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Season 1

2 episodes • 2019

#EpisodeAir DateRating
1Episode 1Sep 18, 20190.0
2Episode 2Sep 25, 20190.0

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