Overview
The late autumn gingko trees are a brilliant yellow in Tokyo's neighboring prefecture of Saitama. Surprisingly unexplored, this is an area of great natural beauty with its own distinct traditions. We learn how a family of dollmakers breathes life into their creations, treasured for generations. In Kawagoe, a town with the atmosphere of centuries past, we marvel at the speed and skill of an old-style candy maker. And we discover how Saitama's special climate is the secret behind a world-class whisky.
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10 - 1The Nagasaki Kaido: Japan's Sugar Road January 14, 2023 -
10 - 2Akita: The Wisdom of Nature February 11, 2023 -
10 - 3Tokyo's Islands Niijima and Hachijojima March 11, 2023 -
10 - 4Okinawa: A Unique Island Culture April 15, 2023 -
10 - 5Tokushima - Where Teamwork Runs Deep April 21, 2023 -
10 - 6Hiroshima - Going it Alone May 12, 2023 -
10 - 7Fukui - The Strength to Succeed May 19, 2023 -
10 - 8Tochigi - The Cycle of Life June 09, 2023 -
10 - 9Okayama - Sunshine and Smiles June 16, 2023 -
10 - 10Tanegashima and Yakushima - Inspired by Nature July 14, 2023 -
10 - 11Kagoshima - Legacy of Determination July 21, 2023 -
10 - 12Southern Nagano - Exploring Its Hidden Valleys August 11, 2023 -
10 - 13The Old Hokuriku Kaido - Exploring a Forgotten Highway August 18, 2023 -
10 - 14Sado - Island of Hidden Treasures September 15, 2023 -
10 - 15Fukushima - Taking Life Day by Day September 22, 2023 -
10 - 16Fukuoka - Always Thinking Ahead October 13, 2023 -
10 - 17Into the Kyoto Countryside October 20, 2023 -
10 - 18Kochi - Land of Rivers November 10, 2023 -
10 - 19Saitama Traditions - Tokyo's Scenic Neighbor November 17, 2023 -
10 - 20Nagasaki - Free to Enjoy Life December 16, 2023