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Sesame Street - Big Bird In Japan (2004)

Director: Jonathan Stone Rating: NR (Not Rated) Format: DVD
4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
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  • Directors: Jonathan Stone
  • Format: Color, DVD, NTSC
  • Language: English
  • Region: Region 1 (U.S. and Canada only. Read more about DVD formats.)
  • Aspect Ratio: 1.33:1
  • Number of discs: 1
  • Rating: NR (Not Rated)
  • Studio: Sesame Street
  • DVD Release Date: February 10, 2004
  • Run Time: 60 minutes
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (21 customer reviews)
  • ASIN: B00016XO7Y
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #16,704 in Movies & TV (See Bestsellers in Movies & TV)

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18 of 18 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars so sweet even grown-ups I know have enjoyed it, March 3, 2004
I saw this when I was 9 yrs. old. I've seen it subsequently on PBS/Disney Channel several times since over the years and still enjoy it. Big Bird and his canine pal Barkley travel to Japan and within less than one day of arriving in the country are lost with very little money, no plane tickets home and unable to communicate in the native language. Fortunately, a lovely but mysterious young Japanese woman befriends them and takes them acorss Japan learning the language, meeting interesting new people and seeing the amazing sights. The scene with the children's play of THE SHINING PRINCESS OF THE BAMBOO alone is worth seeing simply for the incredible costume design. All-around entertainment for kids 1-100!
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars We're off to Kyoto like Dorothy and Toto..., July 6, 2005
By Diana M. Gauvin (Portland, Maine, USA) - See all my reviews
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There is no greater testament to the strengths of this movie than my admitting that at the age of 22, I still remember the lyrics to half of the songs in the movie (and I haven't seen it since I was 5).

Big Bird is in Japan, but he and Barkley lose their bus when they spend too much time trying to eat plastic sushi. The mournful song "Homesick" follows ("I don't have a fever / but I do feel a pain..."). Luckily, a mysterious Japanese woman who speaks English comes to their help, and an adventure through Japan begins.

They sing on the car-ride:
"We're off to Kyoto like Dorothy and Toto;
I've got feathers,
He's got fleas,
--I speak Japanese."

A classroom of children enact the story of the moon goddess, Barkley is frightened by the statues in a temple, Big Bird learns how to bow and to speak common phrases in Japanese (and yes, I still remember the entire songful) - and they all find out that their Japanese friend has a secret of her own.

The movie has a kid-pleasing plot, if one that may occasionally frighten the youngest, and it definitely teaches some important basics on Japan. Most impressive, however, was the catchy music. Even now, whenever I see a moon "hanging in the trees / so pretty and white," I think of the haunting tune of the misplaced Japanese moon goddess from this very film.

A movie that stays with you indeed.
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8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars What you need to know for Japan, April 22, 2000
This review is from: Sesame Street - Big Bird In Japan [VHS] (VHS Tape)
We recently returned from living in Japan for 3 1/2 years. This movie was loved by our children and it provides a great snapshot of what life is really like in Japan. Although it is oriented for youngsters, there are numerous jokes and comments for the "older" crowd. As a matter of fact, we showed this video to a group of Japanese junior high students who thought it was wonderful. Highly recommended for anyone interested in preparing children for living in Japan or for children interested in a different culture.
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1.0 out of 5 stars Worst Big Bird Movie I have ever seen
This movie made absolutely no sense and certainly did not live to the normal 'Big Bird' movie expectations. Read more
Published 11 days ago by D W

4.0 out of 5 stars Great video
This is a wonderful video for children learning about Japan. My third graders love it!
Published 15 days ago by Lizzie

5.0 out of 5 stars A Sweet Childhood Memory
While on a tour of Japan, Sesame Street's Big Bird and big, fluffy dog Barkley miss their bus and find themselves wandering Tokyo. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars ESOL class Loved this One!
I showed this DVD to my middle school class per request. They loved Big Bird in China initially but after awhile it got old and too long. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Lynn Ellingwood

2.0 out of 5 stars Hm.... Not sure about this one.
I lived in Japan for several years, and speak Japanese. My toddler son is also learning Japanese and I thought this would be a good introduction for him to understand the concept... Read more
Published on October 20, 2007 by Jacki

5.0 out of 5 stars My favorite
Of all the Sesame Street DVDs I have gotten so far (123 Count with Me, Learning About Letters, Learning about Numbers, 25th Anniv., What's the Name of that Song? Read more
Published on July 27, 2006 by Tell It

5.0 out of 5 stars I'll have-a this one and he'll have-a that one!
"There sure are an unusual amount of people from Ohio!"

I'm 24 and just got the urge to go looking for Big Bird in Japan down in the basement of my parents' house... Read more
Published on June 16, 2006 by Julie

4.0 out of 5 stars Sweet Sesame St. DVD
Big Bird in Japan is a sweet (or bittersweet, depending how you look at it) story about the beloved Sesame Street character and the friend who helps him when he gets lost in... Read more
Published on April 17, 2006 by L. Mintah

5.0 out of 5 stars This is good for learn.
I decided to buy this DVD because my son is so interested in Big Bird.
Of course he likes this DVD. And also I think this DVD is great for kids too. Read more
Published on February 17, 2006 by M. Gemmell

5.0 out of 5 stars 2 yr old loves it
My Daughter will watch all 60 minutes from start to finish. She adores this movie and loves to say quotes from it. Read more
Published on November 30, 2005 by DBS

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