S5·E31 Dewa Sanzan, Yamagata Part 2: Yamabushi Training for Death and Rebirth
Synopsis
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 comprise: Mt. Haguro; Mt. Yudono; and Mt. Gassan, the highest of the 3, at about 2,000 meters. These 3 mountains have been a major center for esoteric religious practices known as mountain worship for over 1,400 years. In Part 2, William immerses himself in a 3-day yamabushi training deep in the Dewa Sanzan mountains.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When did Season 5 Episode 31 of Journeys in Japan air?
Season 5, Episode 31 ('Dewa Sanzan, Yamagata Part 2: Yamabushi Training for Death and Rebirth') originally aired on October 21, 2014.
How long is Season 5 Episode 31 ('Dewa Sanzan, Yamagata Part 2: Yamabushi Training for Death and Rebirth')?
The episode follows the standard broadcast runtime for Journeys in Japan.
What happens in Journeys in Japan Season 5 Episode 31?
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 comprise: Mt. Haguro; Mt. Yudono; and Mt. Gassan, the highest of the 3, at about 2,000 meters. These 3 mountains have been a...