Japanology Plus · SEASON 13
Japanophiles: Phillip Richards
Episode 4 · 2026-02-26

- Documentary
- Talk
Episode overview
Australian Phillip Richards gives back to his adopted home of Nozawaonsen by crafting gin and whiskey using local ingredients. We explore what draws him to this small village in Nagano Prefecture.
28 minutes
Season 13 episodes
1. Glasswork2026-01-08
2. Fragrances2026-01-22
3. Salmon2026-02-12
4. Japanophiles: Phillip Richards2026-02-26
5. Danchi Housing Complexes2026-03-12
6. Jazz Kissa2026-04-09
7. Chokatsu: Improving Gut Health2026-04-23
8. Sashiko Embroidery2026-05-07
9. Seaweed2026-05-21
10. Kyoto Confectionery2026-06-04
11. Tidying Up2026-06-18
12. Aizu: Unbreakable Spirit of Noguchi Hideyo2026-07-16
13. Aizu: Heartland of the Samurai2026-07-23
14. Food Stalls2026-08-06
15. Solo-katsu2026-08-20
16. Eggs2026-09-03
17. Kutani Ware2026-09-17
18. Japanophiles: Curtis Patterson2026-10-01
19. Secondhand Goods2026-10-15
20. Permaculture2026-10-29