Journeys in Japan: 7x2
Miyako: The Island of Song
Miyako Island, one of the southernmost islands of Japan, is a tropical paradise. Since olden times, the islanders have used song and dance in sacred rituals and as a way to unwind in every day life. American Shakuhachi player, Bruce Huebner travels around the island, discovering its heartbeat.
7 - 1Takachiho: Dancing for the Deities Feb. 02, 2016- 7 - 2Miyako: The Island of Song Feb. 09, 2016
- 7 - 3Koyasan: New Year at a Traditional Power Spot Feb. 16, 2016
- 7 - 4Kushiro: The Crystalline Sounds of Winter Mar. 01, 2016
- 7 - 5Okinoerabu Island: Home Away from Home Mar. 15, 2016
- 7 - 6Kakunodate: Pride in the Samurai Tradition Mar. 22, 2016
- 7 - 7Yatsugatake: Outdoor Winter Play Apr. 05, 2016
- 7 - 8Kinosaki Onsen: Bathing in Tradition Apr. 12, 2016
- 7 - 9Iwate Winter Rite Apr. 19, 2016
- 7 - 10Okayama: Into the Deep Red Apr. 26, 2016
- 7 - 11Chichibu: A Springtime Pilgrimage May. 03, 2016
- 7 - 12Akiu: In the Footsteps of a Legendary Warlord May. 17, 2016
- 7 - 13Mihonoseki: Land of the Gods May. 24, 2016
- 7 - 14Ise-Shima: Experiencing a Lifestyle Close to Nature May. 31, 2016
- 7 - 15Tendo: An Enduring, Evolving Passion for Wood Jun. 07, 2016
- 7 - 16Nara: Tranquil Temples and Bountiful Blooms Jun. 14, 2016
- 7 - 17Komatsu Kabuki Kids Jun. 21, 2016
- 7 - 18A Taste of Nagasaki Jun. 28, 2016
- 7 - 19Iejima: Resilient Land, Resilient People Jul. 12, 2016
- 7 - 20Okayama: The Profound Spirit of the Rocks Jul. 19, 2016
- 7 - 21Sabae: Eye on Design Jul. 26, 2016
- 7 - 22Bounty of the Wild North: Cape Soya, Hokkaido Aug. 02, 2016
- 7 - 23Hokkaido: Summer Gardens Under the Northern Sky Aug. 16, 2016
- 7 - 24Hidden Village Kuma Aug. 23, 2016
- 7 - 25Aomori: Out of This World Sep. 13, 2016
- 7 - 26Akita: Swaying Lanterns Brighten Summer Nights Sep. 20, 2016
- 7 - 27Deep Into Kurobe: Toyama Climbing Sep. 27, 2016
- 7 - 28Uchikawa: A Retro River Townscape Oct. 11, 2016
- 7 - 29Tanegashima: Guns, Rockets and Surf Oct. 18, 2016
- 7 - 30Yubari: Mining the Nostalgia Oct. 25, 2016
- 7 - 31Walking the Nakasendo: A Road to the Past Nov. 08, 2016
- 7 - 32Chichibu: An Autumn Pilgrimage Nov. 15, 2016
- 7 - 33Munakata: The Sea and Goddesses Nov. 22, 2016
- 7 - 34Sacred Mt. Ishizuchi: Autumn Trekking Nov. 29, 2016
- 7 - 35Hagi: The Cradle of Modern Japan Dec. 13, 2016
- 7 - 36Isumi-Ichinomiya: Fresh Air and Laid-Back Living Dec. 20, 2016