Hit the Road
One of the most appealing features of Japan's national road network is the various Michinoeki, literally way stations, that provide a place for motorists to rest, dine and shop. They offer information on the locality and restaurants with regional specialties, and often sell local crafts and delicacies for travelers to take home. A stop at one or more of these spots helps to make any road trip in Japan unforgettable.
Seasons
1. HIROSHIMA
Air Date: 2023-05-31
Let's see Japan by car! We'll be driving through Hiroshima Prefecture, with our goal being the famed Itsukushima Shrine. Along the way, we'll make a few stops off the beaten path that will amaze you!
2. KAGOSHIMA
Air Date: 2023-07-19
Take a drive in Kagoshima Prefecture! After circling the ever-erupting Sakurajima, we head to the southern tip for a sand bath utilizing geothermal energy, where you'll feel the vitality of the earth!
3. FUKUSHIMA
Air Date: 2023-09-20
Take a drive in Fukushima Prefecture! 12 years since the disaster, see its rejuvenated community and daily life. Visit the rest stop emblematic of this resilience and sense the locals' unyielding spirit.
4. SAITAMA
Air Date: 2023-11-22
Let's take a drive in Saitama Prefecture and discover its natural beauty and hidden gems. From Omiya, we head to Chichibu to see its famed SL train. En route, we savor local dishes and try washi paper crafting.
1. CHIBA
Air Date: 2024-02-21
Let's drive through Chiba Prefecture! We depart from Tokyo Station and enjoy magic hour at scenic Byobugaura. Along the way, encounter Chiba's traditions and be amazed by their artistic quality.
2. GUNMA
Air Date: 2024-03-13
To truly enjoy Gunma Prefecture, travel by car is key. We start from Takasaki, where the bullet train stops, and make our way to Kusatsu hot springs, with World Heritage sites and local food along the way.
3. IWATE
Air Date: 2024-06-24
Come on a scenic drive through Iwate Prefecture's rich nature. Starting from Morioka station, we head to the picturesque Jodogahama Beach. Along the way we make a detour to Tono, known for its kappa legends.
4. WAKAYAMA
Air Date: 2024-09-02
Explore Wakayama Prefecture's Kumano region by car. See ancient landscapes and sacred sites along the World Heritage Kumano Kodo trail. Visit local roadside stations and delve deeper into the region's charm.
5. HOKKAIDO
Air Date: 2024-11-13
Join us on a scenic drive through Hokkaido Prefecture, where we uncover its charm by exploring two milks—fresh dairy from the land and oysters from the sea.
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Rating
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Release Date
2023-05-31
Episodes
9 (2 seasons)
Status
Returning Series
Cast
Production Companies
NHK
NHK Enterprises
TV Man Union