Journeys in Japan

tv show

poster for Journeys in Japan

535 total episodes

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16 seasons

First Aired February 02, 2010

Overview

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.

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Vibrant Colors, Ancient Tradition: Kanazawa

Season 3 - Episode 31 - 0h 28m

Air Date

August 28, 2012

Overview

For over 350 years, the city of Kanazawa, Ishikawa Prefecture, has been renowned as a center for traditional culture. It has a number of scenic districts where the classic architecture has been preserved since the old days. On this edition of Journeys in Japan, Rosa Yum visits the city and attends an annual event, Kanazawa Touryoue, that showcases the local craftsmanship and cuisine. One of the representative crafts of this region is Kutani-yaki, a style of pottery known for its vibrant colors.