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Hit the Road
2023 5 seasons en
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.
Episodes
5 seasons available
E1Hiroshima
Aug 15, 2023 5mLet'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!
E2Kagoshima
Aug 15, 2023 5mTake 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!
E3Fukushima
Feb 12, 2024 5mTake a drive in Fukushima Prefecture! 13 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.
E4Saitama
Feb 12, 2024 5mLet'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.
E5Chiba
Mar 24, 2024 5mLet'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.
E6Gunma
Mar 31, 2024 5mTo 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.
