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Journeys in Japan (2010) is a documentary web series in English. On MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch Journeys in Japan online in HD.

Journeys in Japan — Storyline

Journeys in Japan provides an eye-opening look at the many unique places to visit in Japan. English-speaking visitors travel the length of the country, exploring the culture, meeting the local people, visiting historic sites and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.

Cast & Crew

• Starring: Bill Sullivan

Journeys in Japan — Series Details

Journeys in Japan — Episode Guide

Season 1

• E1: Fukuoka City, Fukuoka: Rediscovering Asia in Fukuoka (2010-02-02) — Fukuoka facing the Genkai Sea has been geographically and historically a city open to East Asia. It still maintains links with many Asian countries– from Port of Fukuoka, there is
• E2: Toyama City, Toyama (2010-03-02) — Toyama is a city surrounded by tall mountains and has a population of 400,000. It's a place where unique businesses have sprung up since the days of old. Toyama's medicine became f
• E3: Furano, Hokkaido: Traversing Snowy Furano by Dog Sled (2010-03-30) — Furano, located just about in the center of Hokkaido Prefecture is becoming a popular destination for foreign skiers. The winter season in Furano presents various options to enjoy
• E4: Naoshima, Kagawa: Island of Art (2010-04-06) — The navigator for this episode of "journeys in japan" is opera director Dario Ponissi. His destination is Naoshima of Kagawa Prefecture, a small island in the Seto Inland Sea, with
• E5: Kamakura, Kanagawa: Discovering Japan's Samurai Spirit (2010-04-13) — Kamakura lies on the coast to the south of Tokyo, surrounded on three sides by hills, and looking out to the sea. Eight centuries ago, a samurai warrior seized power and set up his
• E6: Tsukuba, Ibaraki: A City with State-of-the-Art Technology (2010-04-20) — This week, "journeys in japan" visits a city of science—Tsukuba in Ibaraki Prefecture, at the foot of Mt. Tsukuba. In 1963, under a national policy, the city was opened up as a pla
• E7: Oshino Village, Yamanashi: Living Close to Mt. Fuji (2010-04-27) — In this episode of "journeys in japan", our reporter, Adeyto, visits Oshino Village in Yamanashi Prefecture, in the northern foothills of Mt. Fuji., Japan's highest mountain. Her g
• E8: Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori: Land of Majestic Dunes (2010-05-11) — In this week's Journeys in Japan, we visit the Tottori Sand Dunes, the largest in Japan, in Tottori Prefecture. The Tottori Sand Dunes skirt the Sea of Japan in the southwestern pa
• E9: Northern Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka: Suruga Bay's Bountiful Nature (2010-05-18) — In this edition, JJ goes to a secluded part of northern Izu Peninsula, facing Suruga Bay. Suruga Bay, the deepest bay in Japan, extends 2,500 meters below sea level. It's famous fo
• E10: Toyokawa, Aichi (2010-05-25) — In this week's journeys in japan, we visit the Toyokawa Inari in Aichi Prefecture, one of the largest Inari temples in Japan. Many of temples and shrines are protected by special g
• E11: Himeji, Hyogo (2010-06-01) — On this edition of 'journeys in japan', we visit Himeji Castle, one of the few castles in Japan that have managed to survive in their original form, the way they were built about f
• E12: Naruto, Tokushima (2010-06-15) — This week, we will focus on Naruto City in Tokushima Prefecture and introduce people who have made use of the bounties of nature in unusual ways to create products with added value
• E13: Miyazu City, Kyoto – Amanohashidate: Japan's Scenic Treasure (2010-06-22) — The pine-studded sandbar spans Miyazu Bay, facing the Sea of Japan in northern Kyoto. The accumulation of white river sand over thousands of years sculpted this impressive strip of
• E14: Yonezawa City, Yamagata: The City with a Warrior's Legacy (2010-06-29) — On this edition of "journeys in japan" we head to northern Japan to visit a historic city with a warrior legacy — Yonezawa in Yamagata prefecture. For long years, it flourished as
• E15: Geo-Touring in Kyushu (2010-07-06) — Geoparks, created by UNESCO's initiative in 2004, are aimed for people to learn more about the Earth and for invigorating local economies by using the parks for tourism. This time,
• E16: Mino City, Gifu (2010-07-13) — In this week's Journeys in Japan, we visit Mino City in Aichi Prefecture, a town famous for Japanese traditional paper "Washi". Washi is made from the fibers of tree bark and all h
• E17: Minabe, Wakayama: Town of Forests and Orchards (2010-07-20) — On this edition of journeys in japan, JJ visits Minabe, Wakayama Pref., whose products are an essential part of Japanese food culture. Minabe produces more ume fruit than anywhere
• E18: Sendai & Matsushima, Miyagi: In the Footsteps of a Renowned Warlord (2010-07-27) — Sendai is the biggest city in northeastern Japan. It's also the hometown of Kumiko Mori, a popular singer and entertainer who appearis frequently on stage and TV. She meets up with
• E19: Nara, Nara: Nara Heijokyo, Celebrating 1300 Years of Culture (2010-08-03) — Nara was established as the capital more than 1000 years ago. It was the country's first major administrative center and was called Heijo-kyo. This year marks the 1300th anniversar
• E20: Spring & Summer 2010 Highlights (2010-09-07) — On this edition, we present the highlights from our past broadcasts. Our Reporters travel across Japan, where they discover fascinating local culture and people. (Excerpt)
• E21: Sekita Mountain Range, Nagano/Niigata: Into the Wild Long Trail in Satoyama (2010-09-14) — The Sekita mountain range, soaring 1000 meters above sea level, straddles Nagano and Niigata Prefectures. Hikers can now walk along it on the "Shin-etsu Trail." It extends along th
• E22: Uchiko, Ehime: A Town Built Upon the Thoughts of Its People (2010-09-21) — This time, "journeys in japan" will travel to Uchiko on the island of Shikoku. Surrounded by mountains and blessed with abundant nature it is situated almost at the center of Ehime
• E23: Ashikaga City, Tochigi (2010-09-28) — Tochigi Prefecture is situated in the most northern part of the Kantō region, and is a prefecture that is inland, not facing the coast. Though only 70 kilometers away from Tokyo, i
• E24: Karatsu, Saga: Karatsu with an Homage to Jacques Mayo (2010-10-05) — On this week's "journeys in japan," we visit Karatsu city in Saga prefecture. The area, which looks out to the sea, is blessed with a warm climate. People here have long enjoyed ma
• E25: Izu-Oshima, Tokyo: Island of Marathon Dreams (2010-10-12) — Izu-Oshima, the largest of the seven islands in the Izu chain, lies 120 kilometers south of Tokyo. It was formed by volcanic action, and the volcano in the center of the island is
• E26: Hita City, Oita (2010-10-19) — Hita City in Oita Prefecture is a quiet town with a population of about 70-thousand, located in northern part of Kyushu in southwestern Japan. It is surrounded by many mountains, i
• E27: Aizu, Fukushima: A Taste of Tradition and Scenic Charm (2010-10-26) — Nelson Babin-Coy is off to explore the Aizu region in Fukushima Prefecture by train. Nelson's first stop is at Yunokami-Onsen. The area is a hot-spring village with many traditiona
• E28: Shimanami Kaido, Hiroshima/Ehime: A Cycling Tour: Refreshing Breezes at the Seto Inland Sea (2010-11-02) — The Seto Inland Sea located in western Japan is the country's largest inland sea. There is a road which runs across the inland sea and connects a chain of small islands. It is know
• E29: A Passion for Industrial Structures: Exploring People's Passion for Industrial Structure Tours: This Time in Kanagawa, Gunma, Nagasaki Prefectures (2010-11-09) — Adeyto visits three sites, starting in Kawasaki for a night factory tour. Most participants, including Adeyto, are into photographing the urban industrial landscape. What's the att
• E30: Kure, Hiroshima: Gourmet Life in A Port City (2010-11-16) — Kure is a 30-minute train ride from Hiroshima. The port town has a population of 250-thousand. The historic shipbuilding town still turns out large tankers and other vessels. It's
• E31: Hachimantai, Akita: Akita's Hidden Hot Springs: Traditional Onsen Therapy (2010-11-23) — Because of Japan's volcanic terrain, natural hot springs are found throughout country. Known as onsen, they are one of the highlights of any visit to Japan. There are more than 3,0
• E32: Iya Valley, Tokushima: Exploring the Remote Iya Valley (2010-11-30) — On this edition of Journeys in Japan , we visit the Iya Valley, in the center of Shikoku.On this edition of journey in japan , we visit the Iya Valley, in the center of Shikoku. Un
• E33: Yakushima, Kagoshima: Enchanting Yakushima (2010-12-07) — Yakushima is located 60 kilometers off Kagoshima Prefecture, in Japan's southern main island of Kyushu. It's blanketed in lush forest, and has mountains that soar nearly 2,000 mete
• E34: Kanazawa City, Ishikawa: City of Gold Leaf (2010-12-14) — In this week's journeys in japan, we visit Kanazawa city in Ishikawa Pre. 99% of the gold leaf in Japan is made in this city. Gold has been adding color to Japan's traditional cult
• E35: Koyasan, Wakayama: A Temple Stay to Recharge (2010-12-21) — This week on "journeys in japan" we visit Koyasan in Wakayama Prefecture. It's an ancient Buddhist sanctuary, far removed from the secular world. More than 1000 priests, engaged in

Season 2

• E1: Ishinomaki City, Miyagi: Manga Land (2011-01-11) — On Journeys in Japan, our reporter, Julian, ventures to Ishinomaki City in Miyagi Prefecture, about 400 kilometers north of Tokyo. Ishinomaki prospered as a fishery town, but recen
• E2: Goto Islands, Nagasaki (2011-01-18) — In this edition of Journeys in Japan, we visit the Goto Islands, in the East China Sea off the west coast of Kyushu, southwest of Japan. Our reporter, American actress, Haruka Orth
• E3: Industrial Artisan Craftsmanship (2011-01-25) — This week's "Journeys in Japan" focuses on the small factories that helped to lay the foundation for Japan's postwar manufacturing prowess. Our reporter, Adeyto, visits four factor
• E4: Colorful Temple Tour! (2011-02-01) — In this edition of Journeys in Japan, our reporter Ian Thomas Ash visits a number of rare temples known for their vivid colors. Setting off from the Sensoji Temple in Asakusa, Toky
• E5: Toba City, Mie: The Heartland of the Pearl (2011-02-08) — In this week's Journeys in Japan, we visit Toba City in Mie Prefecture, the town famous for cultured pearls.
• E6: Himi, Takaoka and Gokayama, Toyama (2011-02-15) — In this edition of "Journeys in Japan", our reporter, Vincent Giry, visits Toyama Prefecture, known for its abundant snowfall. He learns how people have adapted to living in the lo
• E7: Miura Peninsula, Kanagawa: A Great Get-Away on Tokyo's Doorstep (2011-02-22) — On this edition of "Journeys in Japan," Joshua will be trying his hand at ocean activities, soothing away his stress in spa water, exploring the countryside and simply sitting on t
• E8: Abashiri City, Hokkaido: To the Land of Drift Ice (2011-03-08) — This week's Journeys in Japan, heads 1000 kilometers north of Tokyo to the sea of Okhotsk off the northeastern coast of Hokkaido. From January to March, the area becomes a vast bla
• E9: Mystical Kunisaki: A Journey Back in Time (2011-04-26) — On this edition of Journeys in Japan, Haruka Orth sets out to explore the ancient Buddhist heritage found in Kunisaki in the northeast of Oita Prefecture.
• E10: Old Meets New in Kumamoto (2011-05-03) — Kumamoto—located in central Kyushu—is a regional economic and political hub. The city's symbol is Kumamoto Castle, rebuilt faithfully to its original state 400 years ago. Our repor
• E11: Matsue, Shimane: Glimpses of Lafcadio Hearn (2011-05-10) — The city of Matsue lies close to the Sea of Japan coast, in Shimane Prefecture. It's a place filled with history, and has a castle built 400 years ago. On this edition of Journeys
• E12: Cape Muroto in Early Spring (2011-05-17) — The destination of this time's journey is Cape Muroto in Kochi Prefecture, that is based at the southeastern corner of the Shikoku Main Island. Hawaiian-born Michael Rivas visited
• E13: Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka (2011-05-24) — On this edition of Journeys in Japan, our reporter, JJ, visits Kawazu and Shimoda, in Shizuoka Prefecture, in pursuit of typical Japanese spring delicacies.
• E14: Seki City, Gifu: City of Cutlery (2011-05-31) — In this week's Journeys in Japan, we visit Seki City in Gifu Prefecture. Seki City boasts the number one production of cutlery in Japan. At this time traveler Johan Gathright visit
• E15: Kobe, Hyogo: Kobe Kokashita – An Arcade – A Wonderland Under the Tracks (2011-06-07) — Kobe has an attractive shopping street that streches out long underneath an elevated railway track in the central part of the city. Measuring two kilometers in length and two meter
• E16: A Pilgrimage Back in Time: Kompira-san (2011-06-14) — Since ancient times people have made been making pilgrimages here to worship at Kotohira Shrine. Commonly known as Kompira-san, this shrine was thought to bring good luck, offer pr
• E17: The Great Nature Along the Shimanto River (2011-06-21) — This week on "Journeys in Japan" we visit the Shimanto River, which is considered to be one of the country's most beautiful. It meanders nearly 200 kilometers before it finally fee
• E18: Yamaguchi: Water's Power and Beauty (2011-06-28)
• E19: Jewels in the Ocean: Ogasawara Islands (2011-07-05)
• E20: A Precious Ecology: Ogasawara Islands (2011-07-12)
• E21: Gifu City, Gifu Prefecture: Cormorant Fishing – An Ancient Tradition (2011-07-19)
• E22: Breathtaking Landscapes (2011-07-26)
• E23: Summertime, Easy Living: Niseko, Hokkaido (2011-08-02)
• E24: Kazuno, Akita Prefecture: Mining a Vibrant Culture (2011-08-09)
• E25: Getting Lost in Onomichi's Secret Alleys (2011-08-16) — This week, we visit the picturesque hills of Onomichi City in Hiroshima Prefecture. Located about an hour's drive away from Hiroshima, Onomichi is a little known gem, riddled with
• E26: Nature Sanctuary: Oze's Marshland (2011-08-23)
• E27: Miyama, Kyoto Prefecture (2011-08-30)
• E28: A Vibrant Community: Yokohama Chinatown (2011-09-06) — Yokohama, just to the south of Tokyo, is home to one of the largest, most vibrant Chinatowns in the world. It's quite compact, covering an area just half a kilometer across, but it
• E29: The Soul of Okinawan Music (1) (2011-09-13)
• E30: The Soul of Okinawan Music (2) (2011-09-20)
• E31: Mount Fuji, Yamanashi Prefecture: The Power of the Majestic Volcano (2011-10-04) — Mount Fuji is Japan's highest peak and is surrounded by verdant forests and five pristine lakes. Many people are unaware that the popular hiking destination is an active volcano. W
• E32: Subtropical Island Gem: Amami Oshima (2011-10-11)
• E33: Maniwa City, Okayama Prefecture: A City Steeped in Traditional Craft Rate (2011-10-18) — Noren, Japanese paper and woodblock print are the Japanese traditional art. We can see and enjoy all of them in Maniwa city in Okayama Prefecture.

  Stephen Hemsley, an English teac

• E34: Tono City, Iwate Prefecture: Discovering a Land of Legends (2011-10-25)
• E35: Izakaya Pub Culture: The Heart of Japan (2011-11-01)
• E36: The Flavor of Autumn (2011-11-08) — In this journey, musician, Michael Rivas, will be taking a two-day trip to Yamagata Prefecture in autumn.

  He will be enjoying magnificent views from Hōjusan Risshakuji Temple, one

• E37: Sado: A Stage for Tradition (2011-11-15)
• E38: Blessings from the Mountains (2011-11-22) — The World Heritage site of Nikko is about 140 kilometers north of Tokyo. With historic temples and shrines set in beautiful natural surroundings, it is one of Japan's most popular
• E39: Seto City, Aichi Prefecture: Home of Setomono Pottery (2011-11-27)
• E40: Hiraizumi, Iwate Prefecture: Paradise of Peace (2011-11-29)
• E41: Nagasaki City, Nagasaki Prefecture: Exotic Nagasaki (2011-12-06)
• E42: Nature's Great Amusement Park: Hakone (2011-12-13)
• E43: Kujukurihama, Chiba Prefecture: Living the Beach Life (2011-12-20) — Kujukurihama is a long, sandy beach that runs for over 66 kilometers along the Boso Peninsula, to the east of Tokyo. After the summer swimming season is over, the beach returns to
• E44: The Rokko Mountain Range, Kobe: Mountain Climbing in Kobe's Backyard (2011-12-27)

Season 3

• E1: Walking the Historic Nakasendo (2012-01-10) — Nakasendo was the old mountain road connecting Edo, today's Tokyo, to Kyoto. The 530-kilometer stretch of road was dotted with 69 post towns. Our reporter, JJ, walks along a preser
• E2: Samurai Days in Satsuma (2012-01-17) — The era of the samurai in Japan ended in 1868 with the Meiji Restoration, marking the start of the country's modernization. One of the powerful forces in this movement was the Sats
• E3: Mikuni, Fukui Prefecture: The Supreme Winter Delicacy (2012-01-24) — In this Journeys in Japan, Gow takes a trip to Mikuni-cho of Sakai City, Fukui Prefecture, in search of snow crabs, the king of winter delicacies.
• E4: Suzuka City, Mie Prefecture: City of Sumi (2012-01-31) — Since ancient times, people in Japan have produced a form of ink known as sumi, which is used for calligraphy and traditional ink wash painting. Prepared in the form of ink sticks,
• E5: Furano, Hokkaido: White Wintry World (2012-02-07)
• E6: Ohenro Shikoku Pilgrimage Part 1: Tokushima Prefecture (2012-02-14) — 1,200 years ago, the Buddhist saint Kukai (also known as Kobo Daishi) established 88 temples in Shikoku. Later, it became popular to make a pilgrimage, along a route around the isl
• E7: Ohenro Shikoku Pilgrimage Part 2: Kochi Prefecture (2012-02-21) — 1,200 years ago, the Buddhist saint Kukai (also known as Kobo Daishi) established 88 temples in Shikoku. Later, it became popular to make a pilgrimage, along a route around the isl
• E8: Life in the Deep Snow (2012-02-28)
• E9: Kingdom of Udon: Kagawa Prefecture (2012-03-06) — For centuries, wheat noodles known as udon have been popular in Japan, especially in Kagawa, Shikoku Island. There are around 900 udon restaurants in Kagawa Prefecture, not just in
• E10: Dancing Among the Gods: Takachiho, Miyazaki Prefecture (2012-03-07) — Takachiho is located in a mountainous area in central Kyushu. According to Japanese mythology, Takachiho is said to be the place where the gods descended from heaven. There, you ca
• E11: Treasures of the Ancient Capital: Nara Prefecture (2012-03-13) — This edition of Journeys in Japan features Japan's ancient capital, Nara. We will take a close look at architecture and Buddhist statues dating back more than 1000 years. Our repor
• E12: Beppu City, Oita Prefecture: Nature's Gift: Hot Springs (2012-03-20) — Beppu City of Oita Prefecture is located in the eastern part of the island of Kyushu, and it is the second largest city in the prefecture with a population of approximately 120,000
• E13: Okinawa: Inspired by the Sea and Land, Crafted by Hand (2012-03-27)
• E14: Yanagawa, Fukuoka Prefecture: Spring on the Waterways (2012-04-03)
• E15: Gourmet Adventure: Osaka, Osaka Prefecture (2012-04-10) — This week, we visit Osaka, the capital city of Osaka prefecture, also known as the town of "Kuidaore" means there are too many delicious foods and you can't stop eating until you p
• E16: Time Travelling in Shiga (2012-04-17)
• E17: On Two Wheels to Aso (2012-04-24)
• E18: Getting Lost in Pink Petals (2012-05-01) — On this edition of Journeys in Japan we celebrate sakura or cherry blossoms, which are a symbol of spring in Japan. The delicate pink petals have been worshipped here since ancient
• E19: Ohenro Shikoku Pilgrimage Part 3: Ehime (2012-05-22)
• E20: Ohenro Shikoku Pilgrimage Part 4: Kagawa (2012-05-29)
• E21: A Classic Steam Train Trip: The Oigawa Railway (2012-06-05)
• E22: Pristine Paradise: Iriomote, Okinawa (2012-06-12)
• E23: Life in the Slow Lane: Taketomi, Okinawa (2012-06-19) — On this edition of Journeys in Japan, Lana Bergmann, who is studying design in Japan, visits Taketomi-jima, one of the Yaeyama Islands in the southwestern end of the country. On th
• E24: Pure Alpine Waterscapes: Azumino and Kamikochi (2012-06-26)
• E25: The Cinematic Cityscape of Kitakyushu (2012-07-03)
• E26: Sapporo: The Good Life (2012-07-10)
• E27: Going with the Flow: Ehime Prefecture (2012-07-17)
• E28: Kumano Kodo Iseji Route (2012-08-07) — Since prehistoric times, a religion of nature worship has been practiced in the mountains of the Kii Peninsula, in Western Japan. The sites and pilgrimage routes associated with th
• E29: Rishiri: From Sea to Summit (2012-08-14)
• E30: Rebun: A Floating Garden (2012-08-21)
• E31: Vibrant Colors, Ancient Tradition: Kanazawa (2012-08-28) — For over 350 years, the city of Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, has been renowned as a center for traditional culture. It has a number of scenic districts where the classic architec
• E32: Bounty from the Mountains, Sea and Plain: Yamagata (2012-09-04)
• E33: Forest Sanctuary: Shirakami (2012-09-11) — Our reporter David Bull travels to Shirakami-sanchi, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in northern Japan. Nature guide and botanist Hajime Makita takes him around. Shirakami is recogniz
• E34: Samurai Spirit and Natural Treasures: Aizu, Fukushima Prefecture (2012-09-18)
• E35: Japan's Traditional Blue: Tokushima's Indigo (2012-10-02) — On this edition of Journeys in Japan we visit Tokushima, the home of aizome indigo dye. Aizome is made from the indigo plant. The majority of domestic indigo plant production is ba
• E36: Craftsmanship Close to Nature: Asahikawa (2012-10-16)
• E37: Beauty in the Everyday: Mashiko (2012-10-23)
• E38: Rivers Run Through It: Beautiful Morioka (2012-10-30) — This edition of Journeys in Japan takes us to Morioka, a city blessed with mountains, rivers, trees, and architecture steeped in history.
• E39: Nagoya City, Aichi Prefecture: Miso, the Taste of Tradition (2012-11-06)
• E40: Fukuoka, Fukuoka Prefecture: Taste the Tradition of Fukuoka (2012-11-13)
• E41: Japan's Wine Country: Katsunuma (2012-11-20) — Today we explore Katsunuma in Yamanashi Prefecture, which is a leading wine production center not far from Tokyo.

  Our reporter Stephane visits wineries winning international award

• E42: Abundant Sea: Sanriku Coast (2012-11-27)
• E43: All About Matcha Green Tea: Matsue (2012-12-04)
• E44: Haiku Poetry, Autumn Foliage: Otsu & Ogaki (2012-12-11)

Season 4

• E1: Exploring Yatsugatake's Nature and Jomon Legacy (2013-01-08) — On this edition of "Journeys in Japan" we visit the southwestern foot of Yatsugatake, a chain of mountains extending 30 kilometers from north to south on the border of Nagano and Y
• E2: Winter Bliss in Takayama (2013-01-22) — Our destination is Takayama City in Gifu Prefecture. Our reporter Charles Glover discovers the city's traditions by sightseeing on foot.
• E3: Zen and the Samurai Spirit: Kamakura (2013-01-29) — The city of Kamakura lies just south of Tokyo. From around 800 years ago, it was the capital of the samurai generals who ruled Japan. On this edition of Journeys in Japan, Rosa Yum
• E4: Namahage New Year's Rite (2013-02-05) — On this "Journeys in Japan" our reporter Deborah Ten experiences the rings in the New Year in northern Japan. She visits Oga Peninsula, in Akita Prefecture, to see an unusual New Y
• E5: Pure Mt. Fuji: A Winter Journey (2013-02-19) — This week we journey to the foot of Mt. Fuji in winter to discover the area's majestic nature.
• E6: Honjima: Treasure House of the Seto Inland Sea (2013-02-26) — Honjima is one of the Shiwaku group of islands in the Seto Inland Sea, between Japan's mainland Honshu and Shikoku. On this edition of "Journeys in Japan", radio DJ Chris Glenn exp
• E7: Sanriku Coast: Abundant Sea Part 2 (2013-03-12) — The Sanriku Coast of northeastern Japan is a beautiful area with stunning scenery. It was devastated by the great earthquake and tsunami of March 2011. But life is gradually return
• E8: Ice Monsters and Warm Hospitality: Zao (2013-03-19) — During the full moon, a special Moonlight Walk is held, giving visitors a chance to walk through the ice monsters.
• E9: Discovering Tottori Crafts (2013-03-26) — Tottori is a major folk craft center in Japan. On this trip, our reporter Dario Ponissi travels across Tottori Prefecture from east to west to discover the world of Shoya Yoshida's
• E10: Nature's Beauty in Microcosm (2013-04-02) — Since ancient times, formal gardens have offered a distinctive expression of Japan's traditional aesthetic. Often featuring lush greenery, bodies of water and seemingly random arra
• E11: Spring Colors of Ibusuki (2013-04-09) — In this episode, photogravure artist Peter Miller travels to Ibusuki City, a hot spring town at the southern tip of Kyushu, in search of spring.
• E12: A Spiritual Journey in Oita (2013-04-16) — Oita Prefecture, in southwest Japan, is an area with beautiful natural scenery and many sacred sites. It also boasts a remarkable number of Buddhist statues, in out-of-the-way rura
• E13: Jazzy Kobe (2013-04-23) — Our destination is the cosmopolitan city of Kobe in Hyogo Prefecture. Actor Charles Glover discovers its unique culture of jazz. In fact, the city is considered the birthplace of t
• E14: Minami-Boso: Seaside Trip With Children (2013-04-30) — Close to Tokyo but far from the city, there are great places to visit in Japan if you're traveling with young children. On this edition of Journeys in Japan, the Koivumaa family fr
• E15: The Soulful Rhythms of the Amami Islands (2013-05-07) — The Amami Islands are subtropical. Blanketed in dense forests and surrounded by emerald waters, they are located about 400 kilometers from Kagoshima Prefecture in southern Kyushu.
• E16: Textiles from a Royal Tradition (2013-05-14) — In the old days, the islands of southwestern Japan (present-day Okinawa Prefecture) formed an independent nation, called the Kingdom of Ryukyu. A vibrant culture flourished in thos
• E17: Ishigaki Island: Living in Harmony with the Ocean (2013-05-21) — Surrounded by pristine water and coral reefs, Ishigaki Island lies at the far southwestern tip of Japan, around 1,900 kilometers from Tokyo. On this edition of Journeys in Japan, T
• E18: Kamakura Tradition: Spring in the Ancient Capital (2013-05-28) — The historic city of Kamakura lies about 1 hour south of Tokyo by train. At the end of the 12th century, Kamakura was chosen to be the administrative capital by the samurai warlord
• E19: Peach Trees and Rural Retreat: Kofu Basin (2013-06-04) — The Kofu Basin, in Yamanashi Prefecture, lies north of Mt. Fuji. In mid-April, when peach flowers blossom, the landscape becomes a carpet of pink. On this edition of "Journeys in J
• E20: Tateyama Peak Experience (2013-06-11) — In this edition of Journeys in Japan, musician JJ enjoys the beautiful snowy scenery of the Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, one of the foremost mountain resorts in Japan.
• E21: The Rhythms of Ainu Life: Lake Akan (2013-06-18) — The indigenous Ainu lives in Hokkaido, Japan's most northern main island. Our reporter, Shakuhachi player John Kaizan Neptune, visits the shores of Lake Akan to experience Ainu cul
• E22: Tohoku Haiku Journey: Following Basho's Footsteps (2013-06-29) — Haiku are brief poetic snapshots that encapsulate in a few words the essence of a moment, be it the beauty of nature or just a scene from daily life. This form of poetry, born in J
• E23: Hakone and Izu: Classic Hotel Stays (2013-07-02) — Mt. Fuji was listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2013. Hakone and Izu are popular resorts near the majestic mountain. Our reporter, American actor Charles Glover, enjoys hist
• E24: Osaka Art Power (2013-07-09) — Osaka is a vibrant city, full of warm people. But that is only one aspect of Japan's 3rd largest city. This edition of Journeys in Japan explores Osaka through its art. Our travele
• E25: Oki Islands (2013-07-16) — The Oki Islands lie in the Sea of Japan off the coast of Shimane Prefecture. For countless centuries, people have lived here along with their cattle, and they have developed a very
• E26: Living with Horses: Hidaka (2013-08-13) — The Hidaka area on the southwestern coast of Hokkaido is famous for its racehorses. This is where many of the most famous Japanese racehorses were born, raised and trained. On this
• E27: Tsugaru Soul Music – Tsugaru Shamisen (2013-08-20) — Japan's Tsugaru Shamisen is taking off in North America and Europe today. Fans of the lute-type instrument are captivated by its dynamic sound, produced by striking thick strings w
• E28: Setouchi Triennale: Art-Island Hopping (2013-08-27) — The Seto Inland Sea is surrounded by 3 of Japan's 4 main islands – Honshu, Shikoku and Kyushu. An international art festival called the Setouchi Triennale takes place on several of
• E29: Ise Jingu: Man, Gods and Nature (2013-09-03) — Ise Jingu (Grand Shrine of Ise) is one of the most important and most revered Shinto shrines in all Japan. Founded over 1,300 years ago, it lies in the east of Mie Prefecture, surr
• E30: Wonderful Yakushima (2013-09-17) — Yakushima was registered as an UNESCO World Natural Heritage site 20 years ago. Though small, the island has mountains rising more than 1,000 meters. Elevation differences have cre
• E31: Japan's Porcelain Legacy – Arita & Imari (2013-09-24) — In the 17th century, porcelain known as Imari ware was exported from Japan to Europe despite the country's isolation policy. An elegant style called Kakiemon especially astonished
• E32: Life on the Lake: Kasumigaura (2013-10-01) — Kasumigaura is the 2nd largest lake in Japan. Just an hour and a half by train from central Tokyo, Lake Kasumigaura is also considered one of the 100 most beautiful places in Japan
• E33: The Festival for the Wind (2013-10-15) — For over 300 years, people in the town of Etchu-Yatsuo, in Toyama Prefecture, have held a festival in early September. The 11 local communities get together to hold a traditional f
• E34: Deep Into Traditional Japan: Gokayama (2013-10-22) — Deep in the mountains of Toyama Prefecture, not far from the coast of the Sea of Japan, lies the Gokayama region. The traditional architecture and culture of the villages in this a
• E35: The Land of Fire: Kumamoto (2013-10-29) — Kumamoto Prefecture is known as the "Land of Fire", with the active volcano Mt. Aso as its icon. Since ancient times, people have feared the volcano, yet at the same time learned h
• E36: Kagura: Dancing Beyond Time (2013-11-12) — Kagura is a ritual dance of Shinto, the indigenous faith of Japan. Since ancient times, it has been offered to the gods in thanks for the blessings of nature. In the Iwami region o
• E37: Iga Ninja Forest (2013-11-19) — The word "Ninja" is known around the world. But the truth remains shrouded in mystery. This episode of Journeys in Japan features Iga in Mie Prefecture, the birthplace of famous cl
• E38: Nostalgic Kawagoe (2013-11-26) — Kawagoe City in Saitama Prefecture, famous for the Kawagoe Festival with its dazzling floats, is only 30 minutes away by train from the center of Tokyo. On this journey, our travel
• E39: Celebrating Akita Cedar (2013-12-03) — The cedar trees that are found on the mountainsides of Akita Prefecture, northern Japan, have long been prized for their timber. The slopes where they grow, in the basin of the Yon
• E40: Continuing the Thread of Tradition: Kiryu (2013-12-10) — Kiryu City of Gunma Prefecture is renowned for its textile industry. Kiryu Ori is produced using Jacquard looms for intricate, as well as colorful, kimono and obi sash designs. Mod
• E41: The Miniature World of Bonsai: Omiya (2013-12-17) — The traditional art of bonsai recreates intricate scenes of nature in miniature, often called "living art". The Omiya Bonsai Village is one of Japan's biggest centers for bonsai. I
• E42: Mesmerizing Islands at the Crossroads (2013-12-31) — The Goto Islands in the East China Sea, comprise over 140 islands. The influence of diverse cultures has formed a unique architectural landscape and way of life.

Season 5

• E1: Murakami: City of Salmon and Sake (2014-01-28) — Murakami, in Niigata Prefecture, northwestern Japan, has a long history of catching and processing salmon from the Miomote River that runs through the city. Over the centuries, the
• E2: Hiroshima: The City of Hope (2014-02-04) — This episode of Journeys in Japan travels to Hiroshima, a city attracting attention as a treasure trove of quality architecture. Now nearly 70 years since the devastation of the at
• E3: A Passion for Mechanical Magic: Aichi (2014-02-11) — On this episode, an architect James Lambiasi travels to Inuyama City and Nagoya City in Aichi Prefecture, on a trip to discover the origin of the spirit of "making things" in Japan
• E4: Kobe: Neighborhoods Reborn (2014-02-25) — On January 17, 1995, the Kansai region of Western Japan was hit by a massive earthquake. The city of Kobe suffered massive damage, and many neighborhoods were completely flattened.
• E5: Tochigi: Secret World of Samurai and Hot Spring (2014-03-04) — The hot spring resort of Yunishigawa is associated with an historic episode from the 12th century. Defeated in the Dan-no-Ura Battle, a group of fleeing Heike samurai settled deep
• E6: Sanriku: Lives Intertwined with the Sea (2014-03-11) — The Sanriku Coastal Region experienced severe damage due to the March 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake's resulting tsunami. On Journeys in Japan, Jessica Claros visits recovering a
• E7: Nagatoro: Natural Forests and Pure Ice (2014-03-18) — The town of Nagatoro lies in the hills of Chichibu, in Saitama Prefecture, about 2 hours northwest of Tokyo, surrounded by forested mountainsides close to the peak of Hodosan. Beca
• E8: Kohoku: Life Close to Buddhist Deities (2014-03-25) — The Kohoku region, north of Lake Biwa, is home to many culturally important Buddhist sculptures. The area around Nagahama City is known for its worship of the bodhisattva Kannon. B
• E9: Sanjo: Forging Tradition and Craftsmanship (2014-04-01) — Sanjo City in Niigata Prefecture has been known for its blacksmiths since the 17th century. At that time, the area was susceptible to flooding, often resulting in famine. Farmers w
• E10: Kyoto in Spring Part 1: Discovering Dolls' Day Traditions (2014-04-08) — Every year on March 3, families throughout Japan celebrate the Hinamatsuri, or Doll Festival, to pray for the healthy growth of their daughters. They put up displays of special Hin
• E11: Kyoto in Spring Part 2: Discovering the World of Incense (2014-04-15) — In the 2nd part of our Kyoto series, Sara Ariafar visits the ancient capital to explore the culture of incense. Japanese have enjoyed scents in unique ways for more than 1,000 year
• E12: Kurashiki: Celebrating Heritage (2014-04-22) — Kurashiki flourished a couple of centuries ago in the Edo Period. An historic district with old merchant residences and storehouses has been beautifully preserved. Kurashiki is sti
• E13: A Day-Trip From Tokyo Part 1: Kamakura – City of Nature, History and Tradition (2014-05-06) — The historic city of Kamakura is one of the most popular tourist spots in Japan, thanks to its numerous temples and shrines. Surrounded on three sides by hills and on the fourth si
• E14: A Day-Trip From Tokyo Part 2: Slow Train in Springtime Chiba (2014-05-06) — The 2nd installment of our series on great spring destinations near Tokyo features a local train and flowers in the Boso Peninsula in Chiba Prefecture. The Isumi Railway runs from
• E15: Takamatsu: Spirit of Craftsmanship (2014-05-13) — Takamatsu, facing the Seto Inland Sea, prospered as a castle town. We tour places of scenic beauty, as well as historic sites associated with the Takamatsu clan who ruled the area.
• E16: Yoshino, Nara: Awash in Pink Petals (2014-06-10) — In this episode of Journeys in Japan, poet and artist Peter MacMillan visits Yoshino Town in Nara Prefecture, which many consider to be the best site for viewing cherry blossoms in
• E17: Izumo: Land of Living Legends (2014-06-17) — The Izumo district of Shimane Prefecture is revered as the heartland of the gods. It is home to Izumo Taisha, one of the largest and most venerated Shinto shrines in all Japan. Ren
• E18: Splashing and Chilling in Minakami (2014-06-24) — Minakami Town in Gunma Prefecture is blessed with abundant nature and people can enjoy various outdoor activities. As Minakami is in a convenient location that can be accessed by S
• E19: Wajima Lacquerware, Layers of Perfection (2014-07-01) — Wajima, in Ishikawa Prefecture, is located on the northwestern coast of the Noto Peninsula, which juts out into the Sea of Japan. It is known globally for its exquisite Wajima lacq
• E20: Celebrating the Landscape of Azumino (2014-07-08) — Azumino, in Nagano Prefecture, is known for its beautiful tranquil landscapes, which were praised by the writer Yasunari Kawabata, who won the Nobel Prize for literature. The Hotak
• E21: Kanazawa: Evolving Tradition (2014-07-15) — From Kaga Yuzen silk dyeing and Kutani porcelain to teahouses, traditional culture dating back more than 400 years is alive in Kanazawa City, Ishikawa Prefecture. Every June, the H
• E22: Outdoor Hokkaido Part 1: Shiretoko Wildlife Paradise (2014-07-22) — The Shiretoko Peninsula lies at the far northeastern tip of Hokkaido, Japan's northernmost prefecture. It is an area of remarkable natural beauty, with a vibrant diversity of wildl
• E23: Outdoor Hokkaido Part 2: Into the Wilds of Kushiro (2014-07-29) — Kushiro Shitsugen, Japan's largest wetland, is a rich habitat for rare flora and fauna. Our traveler Dean Newcombe will explore the vast marshland by canoe with a veteran guide, ob
• E24: Iwate: Road to Recovery (2014-08-05) — Tohoku's Sanriku Coast facing the Pacific Ocean is a ruggedly, dynamic landscape as well as home to world-renown offshore fishing grounds. With bitter cold winters and periodic tsu
• E25: Okinawa: The Land of Karate (2014-08-12) — Okinawa, the southernmost prefecture of Japan, was formerly an independent kingdom, known as Ryukyu. Even today, the distinctive local traditions and culture from the days of the R
• E26: Tomioka: Cradle of Japan's Modernization (2014-08-19) — The Tomioka Silk Mill was the first modern factory ever built in Japan. Completed in 1872, it marked a major step for the country in its transformation from a traditional society t
• E27: Niyodo River: Pure Water of the Gods (2014-08-26) — The Niyodo River in Shikoku is one of Japan's most beautiful rivers. It is known for the clarity of its water, which has such a distinctive aquamarine color that it's become known
• E28: Ine, Kyoto: Serenity by the Sea (2014-09-16) — Ine is a beautiful fishing village located in northern Kyoto Prefecture. It is famous for its distinctive architecture called Funaya. These wooden structures, which are nestled tog
• E29: Gujo-hachiman: Dancing in the City of Water (2014-09-23) — Gujo-hachiman, a city defined by water, is located upstream on the Nagara River and at a junction where 3 rivers converge. This rural city is at its busiest in summer – the season
• E30: Dewa Sanzan, Yamagata Part 1: Deep Mountain Worship (2014-10-14) — In the center of Yamagata Prefecture, far to the north of Tokyo, 3 sacred mountains rise above the fertile Shonai Plain. Called Dewa Sanzan (the Three Mountains of Dewa), they comp
• E31: Dewa Sanzan, Yamagata Part 2: Yamabushi Training for Death and Rebirth (2014-10-21) — In the center of Yamagata Prefecture, far to the north of Tokyo, 3 sacred mountains rise above the fertile Shonai Plain. Called Dewa Sanzan (the Three Mountains of Dewa), they comp
• E32: Kumamoto Prefecture: Appreciating Abundance (2014-10-28) — On this episode of Journeys in Japan, photographer Kit Pancoast Nagamura travels to 2 towns in northern Kumamoto Prefecture, in Kyushu. In Yamato, she observes an autumn festival,
• E33: Into the Heart of Kyoto (2014-11-04) — Japan's ancient capital Kyoto has a history of more than 1,000 years. Philippine TV host and athlete Andrew "Drew" Arellano visits for the first time to learn about its traditional
• E34: Wakasa Bay, Fukui Prefecture: Following the Old Mackerel Road (2014-11-11) — Wakasa Bay in Fukui Prefecture is one of the best fishing grounds in all of Japan. It lies about 70 kilometers north of Kyoto and, for over 1,200 years, fish merchants in this area
• E35: Savoring Fall on Shodoshima (2014-11-18) — Shodoshima is the 2nd largest island in the Seto Inland Sea. Blessed with warm, mild weather, the island has nurtured a distinctive culture. Traveler Daniela Shiga enjoys local foo
• E36: Tomonoura: The Old Folks and the Sea (2014-11-25) — Tomonoura in Hiroshima Prefecture is known for its picturesque location and historic neighborhoods. It lies halfway along the coast of the Seto Inland Sea, in western Japan. In the
• E37: Izumo: Land of Legend and Folk Craft (2014-12-02) — The Izumo area of Shimane Prefecture, in western Japan, is an ancient land of myths and legends. It is famous throughout Japan for its handicrafts (mingei in Japanese). In Yasugi,
• E38: Yokohama Stories (2014-12-09) — Yokohama is home to one of the oldest ports in Japan. It opened its doors to the world in the mid-19th century, becoming the birthplace of all things modern and attracting a foreig
• E39: Echizen: The World of Washi (2014-12-30) — Japan has been the land of paper since ancient times. The country developed a unique culture of using washi (lit. Japanese paper) for diverse purposes. Echizen washi, traditionally

Season 6

• E1: Winter Wonderland: Hakodate (2015-02-10) — The city of Hakodate, on the southern tip of Hokkaido, attracts as many as 4 million visitors each year, drawn by its historic charm, the beautiful night views and the superb seafo
• E2: Naruko Onsen: The Home of Kokeshi Dolls (2015-02-17) — Naruko Onsen, in Miyagi Prefecture, is located in the foothills of the Ou Mountains. With a history of more than a thousand years, the Naruko Onsen hot springs have long offered a
• E3: Iwate: Savoring Winter (2015-02-24) — Tohoku's Sanriku Coast faces the Pacific Ocean and runs parallel to the Kitakami Mountains. With bitter cold winters and periodic tsunamis, life in Tohoku is harsh. After the March
• E4: Blues City Osaka (2015-03-03) — Blues music is known and loved around the world, including Japan. But there is one place above all that has earned the title "the City of the Blues": Osaka. Since the 1970's, the b
• E5: Sanriku: Returning the Emotion (2015-03-10) — The Sanriku coast of northeastern Japan was one of the areas worst hit by the earthquake and tsunami of March 11, 2011. Among the volunteers who rushed to help the people in the di
• E6: Majestic Yakushima in Winter (2015-03-31) — Yakushima is listed as a UNESCO world natural heritage site. Located 60 kilometers off the southernmost tip of Kyushu, the small island has nearly 2,000 meter-high mountains and di
• E7: Kumamoto: Children, Dolls and Celebrating Spring (2015-04-07) — Spring arrives early in Kumamoto, in southwestern Japan. In this region, people like to celebrate the annual Hina Dolls Festival. Arrays of dolls are displayed, to pray for the hea
• E8: Otaru: Canal Town with Northern Lights (2015-04-21) — Otaru City in Hokkaido Prefecture is a land with beautiful canals. In the past, the commercial town enjoyed prosperity as an anchorage site of cargo ships called “Kitamae Bune." It
• E9: Mito: Gardens, Tradition and Spring Blossoms (2015-04-28) — Throughout Japan, the blossoms of the ume plum trees signal the end of winter and herald the beginning of spring. The Kairakuen Garden in Mito, long considered one of the Japan's t
• E10: Lake Biwa: In Praise of Water (2015-05-05) — Lake Biwa, Japan's largest freshwater lake, is located in the middle of the Japanese archipelago. Since ancient times, the expansive body of water has spawned myths and legends. Br
• E11: Pure Himeji: Beautiful Castle City, Craftsman Culture (2015-05-12) — Himeji Castle, in Hyogo Prefecture, just reopened after an extensive renovation. Its dazzling white appearance has been fully restored. On Journeys in Japan, radio DJ Chris Glenn,
• E12: Awaji Island: Keeping Traditions Alive (2015-06-02) — In Awaji Island, John and Ruadh Moore explore the farms, food and traditional culture. In ancient times, Awaji Island (Awaji-shima in Japanese) was known as Miketsu-kuni, a land th
• E13: Shonan: Living the Slow Life on the Coast (2015-06-16) — Shonan area lies on the coast of Sagami Bay in Kanagawa Prefecture, just to the south of Tokyo. Since ancient times, fishermen have lived along this coast, and there are still many
• E14: Sado Island: Behind the Mask Dance (2015-06-23) — Contemporary dancer Alessandra Lupi visits Sado Island to study the powerful Onidaiko demon dance. The traditional performing art is offered to the gods to pray for peace and abund
• E15: Mt. Hotaka: Climbing to the Roof of Japan (2015-07-07) — The Northern Alps range is often called "the roof of Japan." It is an area of great scenic beauty, offering superb views and unspoiled natural landscapes. Its highest peak is Mt. H
• E16: Hokkaido: The Sacred Sounds of the Ainu (2015-07-14) — Hokkaido — the northernmost island of Japan — is known for its vast expanse of land and unspoiled nature. American shakuhachi player, Bruce Huebner, visits in early summer when the
• E17: Morioka: Celebrating a Culture of People and Horses (2015-07-21) — Morioka developed as a castle town, the seat of the powerful Nanbu clan during the Edo Period [17th-19th centuries]. Even today, the city has many areas of historical interest, wit
• E18: Izu & Odawara : The Senses of Summer (2015-07-28) — Since ancient times, Japanese have developed clever methods for keeping cool in summertime by using nature and the five senses. It's called noryo. On this trip, Deborah Ten visits
• E19: Shakotan Blue: The Ocean's Beauty and Bounty (2015-08-04) — The Shakotan Peninsula lies on the west coast of Hokkaido, jutting out into the Sea of Japan. Its rugged coastline is lined with steep cliffs eroded by the waves. Many parts of thi
• E20: Biei, Hokkaido: Layers of Beauty in the Patchwork Hills (2015-08-11) — The town of Biei lies in the heart of Hokkaido, cradled by the magnificent peaks of Mount Tokachi. Surrounded by a colorful patchwork of fields and woodlands, it boasts an idyllic
• E21: The Sacred Kumano Kodo: Kii Peninsula (2015-08-18) — The mountainous Kii Hanto is Japan's largest peninsula. It holds sacred places of faiths, including Shintoism, Buddhism, and Shugendo mountain ascetism. In 2004, three sacred sites
• E22: Kikaijima: Life on a Coral Island (2015-08-25) — Kikaijima is a coral island in the far south of Kagoshima Prefecture, about 1,300 kilometers from Tokyo. It has a circumference of 48.6 kilometers and a population of about 7,200.
• E23: Bullfighting in Uwajima: Passion and Tradition (2015-09-08) — Uwajima is a traditional castle town in Ehime Prefecture. The people there have a long tradition of bullfighting. Huge bulls weighing about a ton battle each other for supremacy in
• E24: The Thrilling Nebuta Festival (2015-09-22) — The Nebuta Festival attracts some three million visitors to Aomori City every August. Nebuta are giant lantern floats measuring five meters high and nine meters wide. They often de
• E25: Savoring Rural Pleasures: Daigo, Ibaraki (2015-09-29) — The town of Daigo is in northwestern Ibaraki Prefecture, about 130 kilometers north of Tokyo. This attractive rural area is easily accessible from Tokyo, but preserves a traditiona
• E26: Kameyama, Mie: Living in the Present, Preserving the Past (2015-10-13) — Kameyama lies in the north of Mie Prefecture. In the past, it had great strategic importance, as it lay on the Tokaido, the main highway connecting eastern and western Japan. Three
• E27: Iiyama: The Landscape of the Heart (2015-10-27) — Iiyama City, located in northern Nagano Prefecture, is known for its beautiful nature and distinct four seasons. The rich landscape is nourished by snowmelt—Iiyama is one of the sn
• E28: Kingdom of Apples: Tsugaru, Aomori (2015-11-03) — About 145 years ago, apple tree saplings were imported to Japan and distributed around the country. The place where apple growing put down its strongest roots was in the Tsugaru ar
• E29: Mt. Tsurugi: Attacking the Palace of Crags (2015-11-10) — Mt. Tsurugi in Toyama Prefecture is one of the most impressive peaks in Japan's Northern Alps range, rising to a height of 2,999 meters. Because of its jagged appearance it is ofte
• E30: Adventures In WonderLand: Iya, Tokushima (2015-11-17) — The Iya Valley is a land of legends hidden in Tokushima Prefecture, deep in the heart of Shikoku. Surrounded by mountains rising to over 1,000 meters, it is a remote Shangri-la tha
• E31: Takayama & Furukawa: Treasuring Traditions (2015-11-24) — The Takayama Festival, in autumn, is held annually on October 9th and 10th. The stars of the festival are the spectacularly adorned floats, called "yatai." They are paraded through
• E32: Artisans and Beauty: Koshu, Yamanashi (2015-12-01) — Koshu is the former name for Yamanashi Prefecture. In feudal times, it was the base for the powerful Takeda warlords and many traditional crafts date back to that era. Koshu Inden
• E33: Nara & Yagyu: On the Road to the Sword of Peace (2015-12-08) — Yagyu, which is located just outside Nara, is the ancestral home of the Yagyu family, which established Yagyu Shinkage-ryu. This sword art school was adopted by the Tokugawa Shogun
• E34: Ishigaki: Diving in the Sea of Coral (2015-12-15) — Ishigaki Island-surrounded by beautiful coral reefs-is considered one of the world's best diving spots. In 2007, though, its corals were damaged to the brink of extinction due to t
• E35: Akita Autumn Feast (2015-12-22) — Akita Prefecture is located 450 kilometers north of Tokyo. American actor Charles Glover visits the northern land in late autumn when local people are busy preparing for the long w

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