Journeys in Japan - Season 15 - Eps 8: Akita's Festivals Light Up Long Winters

2024-04-0228 min⭐ 9/10

The city of Senboku in Akita Prefecture is made up of three towns: Tazawako, which has the deepest lake in Japan; Nishiki, home to farming scenery: and Kakunodate, called the little Kyoto of Tohoku. In addition to the stunning nature and samurai culture, visitors can enjoy spectacles related to the Lunar New Year. Catrina Sugita experiences the area's winter lifestyle and its fiery festivals.

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Journeys in Japan

Title: Journeys in Japan

First Air Date: 2010-02-02

Last Air Date: 2025-04-15

Status: Returning Series

Rating: 9/10 (from 1 votes)

Language: EN

Seasons: 16

Total Episodes: 526

Network: NHK WORLD-JAPAN

Genres: Documentary

Production Companies: Japan International Broadcasting (JIB), NHK

Synopsis

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

Bill Sullivan

Bill Sullivan

Self - Narrator (voice)

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