Rhys Darby in Japan
Beloved Kiwi comedian Rhys Darby embarks on a hilarious, off-beat, epic adventure all over Japan. Through unusual and challenging experiences, Rhys develops a deeper understanding of Japanese culture and the ancient art of comedy.
Genre: Documentary, Comedy
Cast:Rhys Darby , Dave Spector , Sara Aiko Cole , Ryuzo Tsutsui , Masaki Yamaoka , Junichi Aida , Mami Harada , Setsuko Yajima , Natsuki-San , Choko Ohira , Ikuo Kabashima , Yukimaru Shishou , Rumi Tominaga , Naomi Tomita , Takeshi Ishikawa , Joanne Gourley
S1.E1 ∙ Episode #1.1
Rhys learns the tricks of the trade from Japan's #1 mascot, battles a roboticist, experiences the relaxation of forest bathing, and trains with a samurai master.
S1.E2 ∙ Episode #1.2
Rhys doubles his efforts to break into the Japanese entertainment industry by getting a brand designed, and by enrolling in mascot school. Missing his family, he spends time with a Japanese family who are a little bit like the Osbournes.
S1.E3 ∙ Episode #1.3
Rhys learns what makes Japanese audiences tick from a pair of comedy masters, and he puts on a comedy show of his own. Also, New Zealand's mascot Pabu-chan is finally revealed to the world.
S1.E4 ∙ Episode #1.4
The popularity of New Zealand's mascot, Pabu-chan, grows at the Sapporo Snow Festival, and then he gets a chance to hit the big time. Rhys also travels to the Okinawa Islands in search of the beautiful and fleeting cherry blossoms.
