Cycle Around Japan - Season 9 Episode 1 Saitama Traditions - Tokyo's Scenic Neighbor
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.
First Air Date: Jun 07, 2014
Last Air date: Dec 21, 2024
Season: 12 Season
Episode: 98 Episode
Runtime: 49 minutes
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Popularity: 11.452
Language: English, Japanese
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Saitama Traditions - Tokyo's Scenic Neighbor
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