Rhys Darby: Big in Japan
B2020•6.5/10
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6.5/10(2)
Beloved Kiwi comedian Rhys Darby embarks on a hilarious, off-beat, epic adventure throughout Japan on a mission of personal and professional development. Through unusual and challenging experiences, Rhys develops a deeper understanding of Japanese culture and the ancient art of comedy.
Language
EN
Status
Ended
First Aired
June 4, 2020
Last Aired
June 25, 2020
Networks
TVNZ 1
Where to Watch
Region US · Lang EN
US
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Seasons & Episodes
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Season
E1
Episode 1
Air date: 2020-06-04
Rhys learns the tricks of the trade from Japan's #1 mascot, battles a roboticist, tries forest bathing and trains with a samurai master.
E2
Episode 2
Air date: 2020-06-11
Rhys doubles his efforts to break into the Japanese entertainment industry by getting a brand designed and enrolling in mascot school. But he misses his family, so he spends time with a typical Japanese family, who are a little bit like the Osbournes!
E3
Episode 3
Air date: 2020-06-18
Rhys learns what makes Japanese audiences tick from two comedy masters and puts on a comedy show of his own. Then, New Zealand's mascot Pabu-chan is finally revealed to the world.
E4
Episode 4
Air date: 2020-06-25
Series Finale: The popularity of New Zealand's mascot, Pabu-chan, grows at the Sapporo Snow Festival until she gets a chance to hit the big time. Then, Rhys travels to the Okinawa Islands in search of the beautiful and fleeting cherry blossom.
Cast
Rhys Darby
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