Thermae Romae Novae
Overview
A skilled bath architect from ancient Rome finds himself unexpectedly transported to modern-day Japan, where he encounters a wealth of innovative bathing practices. Each visit sparks his creativity, leading him to blend traditional Roman designs with contemporary Japanese concepts. As he navigates this unfamiliar world, his experiences not only enhance his architectural prowess but also offer humorous insights into the cultural differences surrounding the art of bathing. The series cleverly intertwines history and modernity, showcasing the evolution of relaxation and rejuvenation across time and cultures.
Episodes
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1
All Baths Lead to Rome
As a young boy enjoys a soak in the public bathhouse crafted by his grandfather, he suddenly finds himself whisked away to an unfamiliar and bizarre r...
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2
The Thermae Architect Who Leapt Through Time
In the year 128 A.D., during a flourishing period of bathhouse creativity, architect Lucius is on a quest to develop unique concepts that will disting...
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3
Lucius Builds an Outdoor Bath
When Consul Lepidus requests that Lucius construct an outdoor bath overlooking Mt. Vesuvius, Lucius is taken aback to discover he's sharing the space ...
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4
Lucius Builds an Indoor Bath
Lucius finds himself in a compact bathroom of a contemporary Japanese home, where he is utterly captivated by every detail he discovers.
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5
Lucius Builds a Bath in Emperor Hadrian's Villa
Emperor Hadrian, taken by Lucius's ingenuity, extends an invitation for him to visit his lavish villa. There, he commissions Lucius to construct a per...
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Lucius Builds a Hot Stone Spa
Title: Lucius Constructs a Healing Stone Spa Plot: Lucius dedicates himself to finishing a restorative bathing facility for the soldiers stationed at...
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Lucius Appears on the Tokaido Road in the Edo Period
During his arduous journey back home, Lucius finds himself at a rather inhospitable tavern. However, he soon discovers a cozy Edo-period rest stop sit...
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Lucius Learns Bathing Etiquette in Japan
Lucius comes across a group of incredibly disrespectful bathers who clearly have no understanding of how to behave in a bathhouse.
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Lucius Meets a Fellow Architect in Japan
While working on a construction site for a Roman-inspired spa in contemporary Japan, Lucius encounters another architect who specializes in bathhouse ...
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10
Lucius Builds a Theme Bath
Emperor Hadrian requests that Lucius dedicate himself to constructing an expansive public bathhouse in honor of his son, who is the future ruler of th...
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Lucius Builds a Spa Town
Title: Lucius Constructs a Wellness Retreat Plot: In an effort to weaken the Emperor's popularity, a faction of the Senate devises a plan to eliminat...
