Vanishing: Asia

The "Las Vegas of the East" is a city of contrasts. Imbued with Chinese history, its former Portuguese colonial masters created a uniquely Mediterranean-style on China's southern coast. This episode explores Macau's vanishing architecture, the importance of coconuts, and the dilemma for the city's irreplaceable Trishaw pullers. Narrated By: Will Yun Lee

The "Royal Kingdom," we look at one of the the world's most enduring monarchies. It is the only Southeast Asian country to have never been under European rule. We taste hand-crafted regal sweets that are fit for a king, explore the forgotten heritage of Bangkok's Rattanakosin area, and meet the last remaining craftsmen of Baan Batt, the traditional monk's bowl. Narrated By: Will Yun Lee

A country cleaved in half by the South China Sea, Malaysia has a history that reaches back 40,000 years. In this episode, we meet the last remaining cane-makers in Kuala Lumpur, survey an irreplaceable 1900s Malay village chief's Kampung house and explore Pekan Ampang, an 1850's village under siege from modernization. Narrated By: Will Yun Lee

With its unique blend of Chinese culture and British influence, we return to Hong Kong to visit the ethereal ghost villages in the New Territories, reveal a "royal cover-up" to de-colonize Hong Kong, and sample the fading delicacy of fresh snake soup. Narrated By: Will Yun Lee

Long dismissed as sterile and bland, peeling back its shiny veneer reveals something completely unexpected. In this episode, we meet a passionate chef who is determined to save Singapore's heritage food from extinction. Finally, we explore the heritage lost from re-purposing century-old shop houses and neighborhoods. Narrated by Will Yun Lee

The "Formosa" Taiwan today is a crisscross of natural beauty and stunning modernity. It is heritage-rich and diverse in traditions. In this episode, witness the island's last remaining sword maker at work, explore the endangered tradition of handcrafted paper art and discover one man's passion to save the disappearing handicraft of physical Chinese typography. Narrated by Russel Wong

Known as the "Land of the Morning Calm," it's the last thing you feel as South Korea plunges itself into the forefront of high-tech modern world. In this episode, savor the soulful sounds of a handcrafted Haegeum, discover the transformation of the classic Hanbok into high fashion and explore Hanok, traditional Korean houses. Narrated By Russell Wong