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Tea & tatami mats: two key elements of Japanese culture

Video. Tea & tatami mats: two key elements of Japanese culture

Updated: 23/11/2018 - 13:40 GMT+1

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This edition of Global Japan goes in search of tranquility in the tea house, and self-awareness & strength in the Dojo.

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