Journeys in Japan: Season 1
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Fukuoka City, Fukuoka: Rediscovering Asia in Fukuoka
Feb 2, 2010 · 28 min
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
Toyama City, Toyama
Mar 2, 2010 · 28 min
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
Furano, Hokkaido: Traversing Snowy Furano by Dog Sled
Mar 30, 2010 · 28 min
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
Naoshima, Kagawa: Island of Art
Apr 6, 2010 · 28 min
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
Kamakura, Kanagawa: Discovering Japan's Samurai Spirit
Apr 13, 2010 · 28 min
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
Tsukuba, Ibaraki: A City with State-of-the-Art Technology
Apr 20, 2010 · 28 min
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
Oshino Village, Yamanashi: Living Close to Mt. Fuji
Apr 27, 2010 · 28 min
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
Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori: Land of Majestic Dunes
May 11, 2010 · 28 min
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
Northern Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka: Suruga Bay's Bountiful Nature
May 18, 2010 · 28 min
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
Toyokawa, Aichi
May 25, 2010 · 28 min
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
Himeji, Hyogo
Jun 1, 2010 · 28 min
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
Naruto, Tokushima
Jun 15, 2010 · 28 min
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
Miyazu City, Kyoto - Amanohashidate: Japan's Scenic Treasure
Jun 22, 2010 · 28 min
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
Yonezawa City, Yamagata: The City with a Warrior's Legacy
Jun 29, 2010 · 28 min
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
Geo-Touring in Kyushu
Jul 6, 2010 · 28 min
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,
Mino City, Gifu
Jul 13, 2010 · 28 min
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
Minabe, Wakayama: Town of Forests and Orchards
Jul 20, 2010 · 28 min
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
Sendai & Matsushima, Miyagi: In the Footsteps of a Renowned Warlord
Jul 27, 2010 · 28 min
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
Nara, Nara: Nara Heijokyo, Celebrating 1300 Years of Culture
Aug 3, 2010 · 28 min
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
Spring & Summer 2010 Highlights
Sep 7, 2010 · 28 min
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)
Sekita Mountain Range, Nagano/Niigata: Into the Wild Long Trail in Satoyama
Sep 14, 2010 · 28 min
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
Uchiko, Ehime: A Town Built Upon the Thoughts of Its People
Sep 21, 2010 · 28 min
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
Ashikaga City, Tochigi
Sep 28, 2010 · 28 min
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
Karatsu, Saga: Karatsu with an Homage to Jacques Mayo
Oct 5, 2010 · 28 min
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
Izu-Oshima, Tokyo: Island of Marathon Dreams
Oct 12, 2010 · 28 min
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
Hita City, Oita
Oct 19, 2010 · 28 min
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
Aizu, Fukushima: A Taste of Tradition and Scenic Charm
Oct 26, 2010 · 28 min
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
Shimanami Kaido, Hiroshima/Ehime: A Cycling Tour: Refreshing Breezes at the Seto Inland Sea
Nov 2, 2010 · 28 min
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
A Passion for Industrial Structures: Exploring People's Passion for Industrial Structure Tours: This Time in Kanagawa, Gunma, Nagasaki Prefectures
Nov 9, 2010 · 28 min
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
Kure, Hiroshima: Gourmet Life in A Port City
Nov 16, 2010 · 28 min
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
Hachimantai, Akita: Akita's Hidden Hot Springs: Traditional Onsen Therapy
Nov 23, 2010 · 28 min
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
Iya Valley, Tokushima: Exploring the Remote Iya Valley
Nov 30, 2010 · 28 min
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
Yakushima, Kagoshima: Enchanting Yakushima
Dec 7, 2010 · 28 min
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
Kanazawa City, Ishikawa: City of Gold Leaf
Dec 14, 2010 · 28 min
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
Koyasan, Wakayama: A Temple Stay to Recharge
Dec 21, 2010 · 28 min
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