Journeys in Japan: 6x20
Biei, Hokkaido: Layers of Beauty in the Patchwork Hills
The town of Biei lies in the heart of Hokkaido, cradled by the magnificent peaks of Mount Tokachi. Surrounded by a colorful patchwork of fields and woodlands, it boasts an idyllic scenery that draws visitors from near and far. The patchwork effect is created by the colors of the various crops — potato, wheat, soybeans and the other plants grown here each season. Over the years, many people have come to Biei to photograph this enchanting landscape. Sebastian Angel is a professional photographer from Colombia, who is keen to capture the scenery of Biei.
6 - 1Winter Wonderland: Hakodate Feb. 10, 2015- 6 - 2Naruko Onsen: The Home of Kokeshi Dolls Feb. 17, 2015
- 6 - 3Iwate: Savoring Winter Feb. 24, 2015
- 6 - 4Blues City Osaka Mar. 03, 2015
- 6 - 5Sanriku: Returning the Emotion Mar. 10, 2015
- 6 - 6Majestic Yakushima in Winter Mar. 31, 2015
- 6 - 7Kumamoto: Children, Dolls and Celebrating Spring Apr. 07, 2015
- 6 - 8Otaru: Canal Town with Northern Lights Apr. 21, 2015
- 6 - 9Mito: Gardens, Tradition and Spring Blossoms Apr. 28, 2015
- 6 - 10Lake Biwa: In Praise of Water May. 05, 2015
- 6 - 11Pure Himeji Beautiful Castle City, Craftsman Culture May. 12, 2015
- 6 - 12Awaji Island: Keeping Traditions Alive Jun. 02, 2015
- 6 - 13Shonan: Living the Slow Life on the Coast Jun. 16, 2015
- 6 - 14Sado Island: Behind the Mask Dance Jun. 23, 2015
- 6 - 15Mt. Hotaka: Climbing to the Roof of Japan Jul. 07, 2015
- 6 - 16Hokkaido: The Sacred Sounds of the Ainu Jul. 14, 2015
- 6 - 17Morioka: Celebrating a Culture of People and Horses Jul. 21, 2015
- 6 - 18Izu & Odawara : The Senses of Summer Jul. 28, 2015
- 6 - 19Shakotan Blue: The Ocean's Beauty and Bounty Aug. 04, 2015
- 6 - 20Biei, Hokkaido: Layers of Beauty in the Patchwork Hills Aug. 11, 2015
- 6 - 21The Sacred Kumano Kodo: Kii Peninsula Aug. 18, 2015
- 6 - 22Kikaijima: Life on a Coral Island Aug. 25, 2015
- 6 - 23Bullfighting in Uwajima: Passion and Tradition Sep. 08, 2015
- 6 - 24The Thrilling Nebuta Festival Sep. 22, 2015
- 6 - 25Savoring Rural Pleasures: Daigo, Ibaraki Sep. 29, 2015
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- 6 - 27Iiyama: The Landscape of the Heart Oct. 27, 2015
- 6 - 28Kingdom of Apples: Tsugaru, Aomori Nov. 03, 2015
- 6 - 29Mt. Tsurugi: Attacking the Palace of Crags Nov. 10, 2015
- 6 - 30Adventures In WonderLand: Iya, Tokushima Nov. 17, 2015
- 6 - 31Takayama & Furukawa: Treasuring Traditions Nov. 24, 2015
- 6 - 32Artisans and Beauty: Koshu, Yamanashi Dec. 01, 2015
- 6 - 33Nara & Yagyu: On the Road to the Sword of Peace Dec. 08, 2015
- 6 - 34Ishigaki: Diving in the Sea of Coral Dec. 15, 2015
- 6 - 35Akita Autumn Feast Dec. 22, 2015