The Signs (2020) is a documentary web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The Signs online in HD.
The Signs — Storyline
We analyze the social changes brought by COVID-19, looking for signs that point towards the right philosophy to adopt in this era of the "New Normal."
Cast & Crew
- Starring: lae astra
The Signs — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2020-09-19 |
| Seasons | 4 |
| Episodes | 35 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Network | NHK |
| Status | Returning Series |
The Signs — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Avatars (2020-09-19) — The worldwide pandemic is changing everything. While the world eagerly awaits breakthroughs, people are searching for different ways to lead fulfilling lifestyles. This new series,
- E2: Healthcare and Industry Unite (2020-10-17) — COVID-19 is still plaguing people around the world. The medical field in Japan is also suffering from this new infectious disease. It's been a long battle. Amid fears of the third
- E3: Contactless (2020-10-31) — In this new episode, we will report on the new signs of "Contactless Services" that have emerged from COVID-19 disaster. In order to prevent further spread of the new coronavirus,
- E4: Non-Profit Banks (2020-11-13) — Due to COVID-19 situation, the outlook for small- and medium-sized businesses — the bedrock of the Japanese economy — is especially grim. Amidst the turmoil, financial institutio
- E5: Energizing Electric Vehicles (2020-12-05) — The coronavirus pandemic has upended lifestyles and economies everywhere. One vision of that reset is on the horizon. It's called green recovery. The idea is to use investments in
- E6: The Evolving Food Industry (2020-12-19) — The pandemic is hitting the food service industry hard. Revenue losses have caused many businesses to close up shop. But amid the crisis, innovative food services are popping up. W
Season 2
- E1: New Streams in Rakugo (2021-01-09) — Due to the pandemic in 2020, nearly all live entertainment ground to a halt, including Rakugo, a traditional Japanese performing art. During the hiatus, Rakugo artists began to bro
- E2: Eliminating Plastic Waste (2021-01-23) — The rapid increase in the use of disposable masks and to-go containers during the pandemic has made the problem of plastic waste go from bad to worse. But some Japanese companies a
- E3: mRNA: Medical Messenger of Hope (2021-02-27) — Messenger RNA science has tremendously accelerated the development of effective COVID-19 vaccines. Enabling the creation of a variety of proteins inside the body, mRNAs are a promi
- E4: Frontiers in Antiviral Technology (2021-03-20) — Japan has long practiced the use of materials with sterilizing properties for everyday things and clothing. Scientific research now shows that these materials, such as extracts fro
- E5: A New Look at Books (2021-05-01) — In 2020, as people hunkered down due to the pandemic, they started to take a fresh look at reading. Online events organized by bookstores and book clubs experienced unprecedented g
- E6: Building a Food Safety Net (2021-05-22) — Covid-19 has highlighted one of the challenges facing Japan: how to ensure a sustainable food supply. Nearly 2 million people found themselves out of work in Japan in 2020. With mo
- E7: Breaking Down Communication Barriers (2021-06-05) — In its wake of destruction, COVID-19 has brought additional barriers for people with disabilities. At the same time, sign language interpretation at press conferences held by local
- E8: Cutting Edge Virus Testing (2021-06-26) — COVID-19 continues to mutate and wreak havoc. About 90% of infections in Japan are caused by these variants, which have become new threats. To stem infection rates, vaccination and
- E9: Kuma Kengo: Architecting a New Way of Life (2021-07-31) — COVID-19 has forced us to rethink the functions and roles of offices and houses. We may have reached our limit to live comfortably in "boxes" built with a human-centered mindset. T
- E10: Young Minds Dream of a Carbon Zero Future (2021-08-07) — Japan is the world's fifth largest emitter of CO2, but young people are now trying their best to bring about societal change. A printing company that acted quickly to reduce their
- E11: The Promise and Challenges of Sports Genetics (2021-09-18) — Genetic research in sports is currently making great strides. A soccer team in Japan has found results in tailoring training regimens to players' genetic makeup. While there are be
- E12: Handheld Revolution (2021-10-15) — The pandemic has seen an evolving ecosystem of streaming services scrambling to bring entertainment to audiences. And in all this, once humble, but now almighty smartphones are lea
- E13: Digital Education Evolves (2021-11-06) — After over a decade spent lagging behind the world, the pandemic saw huge advances for digital learning in Japan. Nationwide elementary and middle schoolers are given tablets as a
- E14: Asakawa Chieko: Changing Lives with Science and Technology (2021-12-04) — The ongoing fight against COVID-19 is creating greater barriers in society for people with disabilities. Asakawa Chieko, a major global IT company Fellow and CTO, is tackling these
Season 3
- E1: Carbon Recycling (2022-01-08) — CO2 is known to be the major driver of global warming and climate change, but carbon recycling is all about converting it into useful resources. We report on world leading research
- E2: Japan's COVID R&D Frontline (2022-02-04) — As COVID continues to mutate, people in Japan are applying unique technology to fight the maligned scourge. Developers of a sensor that detects airborne viruses in under a minute,
- E3: Can the Airlines Lift Off Again? (2022-03-04) — COVID has forced many industries to change, and the airline industry is no exception. Two major airlines that account for 80% of Japan's market share posted a loss of nearly 700 bi
- E4: Designing Furniture and Futures (2022-04-15) — After the Great East Japan Earthquake in 2011, Ishinomaki Laboratory started as a place for disaster victims to rebuild their lives by making and repairing furniture themselves. Th
- E5: Revitalizing Forestry (2022-05-13) — The lumber shortage of 2021 and the suspension of Russian exports have presented a major challenge to the Japanese housing industry, which has come to rely on cheap foreign import
- E6: NFTs Bring New Life to Village (2022-06-10) — Yamakoshi, Niigata Prefecture, is a remote village with a population of just about 800 people. NFT art featuring Nishikigoi, a colored variety of carp it's known for, could be the
- E7: New Directions in Post-COVID Tourism (2022-07-01) — A concerted national effort to attract foreign travelers was dealt a crushing blow by COVID-19, but a new trend is emerging across Japan. Micro-tourism, or visiting nearby areas wi
- E8: Apparel Strides into the Future (2022-08-13) — The clothing we all take for granted poses many problems from a sustainability perspective, particularly with regard to its environmental impact. We report on some youths who are a
- E9: The Blueprints for a Vibrant Community (2022-09-03) — As real-world connections weaken, more people are falling deeper into isolation undetected. Against this backdrop, we report on one person who left their hospital job to work at a
- E10: When Acting Meets Caregiving (2022-10-15) — One man is taking a whole new approach to the challenge of a super aging society from the unique perspective of theater and performance. That man is Sugawara Naoki, a senior caregi
- E11: Young Animators Challenge the System (2022-11-12) — While anime from Japan continues to captivate the world, people involved in production have long endured tough working conditions like low wages and long working hours. The industr
Season 4
- E1: New Challenges for Sushi Artisans (2023-01-06) — Nigiri-zushi, or "hand-pressed" sushi is a quintessential part of Japanese culinary culture. It entails a special dining experience where one sits across the counter from the sushi
- E2: Saunas Heating Up Rural Japan (2023-01-13) — Sauna culture is experiencing a boom among young people in Japan. They're being used as a way to solve various problems, with unique efforts underway throughout the country. One lo
- E3: Kimonos for Everyone (2023-02-03) — The traditional Japanese clothing culture of kimono. Due to the many items and expertise required to wear one properly, as well as the clear distinction between men's and women's d
- E4: Clothes that Lift the Spirit (2023-03-10) — Clothing holds the hidden potential to uplift our spirits. One designer who previously suffered from social withdrawal created a dress with a certain special feature in the pockets
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The Signs have? 4 season(s) with 35 episodes.
Where can I watch The Signs? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
