Journeys in Japan

1. Fukuoka City, Fukuoka: Rediscovering Asia in Fukuoka

Fukuoka, a city situated on the Genkai Sea, has historically been a hub for E...

2. Toyama City, Toyama

In the heart of Japan, Toyama is a city nestled among towering mountains, hom...

3. Furano, Hokkaido

Furano, Hokkaido's central hub, is attracting foreign skiers. Winter offers a...

4. Naoshima, Kagawa: Island of Art

Opera director Dario Ponissi navigates to Naoshima, a small island in Kagawa ...

5. Kamakura, Kanagawa: Discovering Japan's Samurai Spirit

Eight centuries ago, a samurai warrior seized power in Kamakura, a coastal to...

6. Tsukuba, Ibaraki: A City with State-of-the-Art Technology

Next episode, "Journeys in Japan" explores Tsukuba in Ibaraki Prefecture, a c...

7. Oshino Village, Yamanashi: Living Close to Mt. Fuji

Adeyto, a reporter, explores Oshino Village in Yamanashi Prefecture, nestled ...

8. Tottori Sand Dunes, Tottori: Land of Majestic Dunes

Next week on Journeys in Japan, we'll be exploring the largest sand dunes in ...

9. Northern Izu Peninsula, Shizuoka: Suruga Bay's Bountiful Nature

JJ explores the secluded northern Izu Peninsula, facing Suruga Bay, known for...

10. Toyokawa, Aichi

Next week's episode takes us to Toyokawa Inari in Aichi Prefecture, where we'...

11. Himeji

Visitors to Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site, will soon be greeted...

12. Naruto, Tokushima

Naruto City in Tokushima Prefecture is the focus of this week's episode, wher...

13. Miyazu City, Kyoto - Amanohashidate: Japan's Scenic Treasure

The next episode of "Journeys in Japan" takes Judit Kawaguchi to the pictures...

14. Yonezawa City, Yamagata: The City with a Warrior's Legacy

We're heading to northern Japan to explore Yonezawa, a historic city in Yamag...

15. Geo-Touring in Kyushu

A journey to explore geoparks, created by UNESCO to promote Earth education a...

16. Mino City, Gifu

Next week on Journeys in Japan, we venture to Mino City in Aichi Prefecture, ...

17. Minabe, Wakayama: Town of Forests and Orchards

JJ explores Minabe, Wakayama Prefecture, where ume fruit is a staple of Japan...

18. Sendai & Matsushima, Miyagi: In the Footsteps of a Renowned Warlord

Next episode, Vincent Giry from NHK WORLD meets popular singer Kumiko Mori in...

19. Nara, Nara: Nara Heijokyo, Celebrating 1300 Years of Culture

This year, the ancient city of Nara, Japan's first major administrative cente...

20. Spring & Summer 2010 Highlights

Next episode, we revisit the best moments from our previous broadcasts, showc...

21. Sekita Mountain Range, Nagano/Niigata: Into the Wild Long Trail in Satoyama

Next episode, our travelers embark on a 5-day hike along the 80km "Shin-etsu ...

22. Uchiko, Ehime: A Town Built Upon the Thoughts of Its People

"Journeys in Japan" heads to Uchiko on Shikoku's island, nestled among mounta...

23. Ashikaga City, Tochigi

The next episode explores the daily lives and occupations of people living in...

24. Karatsu, Saga: Karatsu with an Homage to Jacques Mayo

Next episode of "Journeys in Japan" takes viewers to Karatsu city in Saga pre...

25. Izu-Oshima, Tokyo: Island of Marathon Dreams

Izu-Oshima, the largest island in the Izu chain, is a 120-kilometer south of ...

26. Hita City, Oita

In southwestern Japan, a quiet town of approximately 70,000 residents, Hita C...

27. Aizu, Fukushima: A Taste of Tradition and Scenic Charm

Nelson Babin-Coy explores the Aizu region in Fukushima Prefecture by train, s...

28. Shimanami Kaido, Hiroshima/Ehime: A Cycling Tour: Refreshing Breezes at the Seto Inland Sea

In Japan's largest inland sea, the Seto Inland Sea, a 60km road connects Hons...

30. Kure, Hiroshima: Gourmet Life in A Port City

The next episode delves into the culinary culture of Kure, a port town that h...

31. Hachimantai, Akita: Akita's Hidden Hot Springs: Traditional Onsen Therapy

Next episode of "Journeys in Japan" features Judit's visit to Hachimantai, a ...

32. Iya Valley, Tokushima: Exploring the Remote Iya Valley

We visit the Iya Valley, in the center of Shikoku, where traditional customs ...

33. Yakushima, Kagoshima: Enchanting Yakushima

Next episode, Bene travels to Yakushima, a Japanese island renowned for its l...

34. Kanazawa City, Ishikawa: City of Gold Leaf

Next week, we explore Kanazawa city in Ishikawa Prefecture, where 99% of Japa...

35. Koyasan, Wakayama: A Temple Stay to Recharge

Koyasan in Wakayama Prefecture is an ancient Buddhist sanctuary, home to over...