Season 6

Two men have been called "the last ninja." The first is Fujita Seiko, who lived over a hundred years ago. Introducing himself as the last ninja, he held demonstrations throughout Japan and researched ninja arts. Going o…

We meet with two specialists at the forefront of ninja research. In 2021, Fukushima Takamasa found the Kanrinseiyo. Known to exist but never seen before, it's said to be the source material for the famous ninja manual, …

The Tokyo area is one of the most densely populated places on the planet. Very small properties have long been a feature of the urban landscape, but many modern "kyosho jutaku" showcase the expertise with which architec…

The Tokyo area is one of the most densely populated places on the planet. Very small properties have long been a feature of the urban landscape, but many modern "kyosho jutaku" showcase the expertise with which architec…

Suzuki Kinue knows a thing or two about making delicious bento boxed meals. She's been operating a tiny store in Tokyo's trendy Jiyugaoka neighborhood for more than a quarter of a century. It's only open twice a month t…

There are more than 1,300 companies in Japan that have been in business for over 200 years. How have these companies, which have survived challenges such as wars, natural disasters and economic crises, continued to oper…

Fly with us for a once-in-a-lifetime night flight over Japan's stunning cities and landscapes. Experience the breathtaking beauty of Mt. Fuji at sunset and the sparkling night views of Osaka and Hiroshima. Get up close …

There are more than 1,300 companies in Japan that have been in business for over 200 years. How have these companies, which have survived challenges such as wars, natural disasters and economic crises, continued to oper…

Much of Japan's renowned Uji tea is produced in Minamiyamashiro, the last remaining village in Kyoto Prefecture. Headed by women for the past three generations, the Nakanishi family has been harvesting tea in this remot…

The people of Tokunoshima live long, and well. But one woman on the small Japanese island stands out. At the sprightly age of 93, Mizumoto Mieko's passion for cooking local specialties shines brighter than ever. Many of…

Hop on a plane and view Japan from the sky! This time, we head to Amami Oshima Island, off the south of Kyushu, riding on local propeller aircraft. A flight attendant who resides there guides us around the grand nature …

Minamiaizu Town, Fukushima Prefecture. Here, Akutsu Yasuko runs a fish shop renowned for its "marinated herring with sansho Japanese pepper" dish. Starting in late July, her rural town holds a festival with an 800-year …

In a quiet Tokyo residential neighborhood is where you'll find the home of Norimatsu Sachiko. Open the door, and you're enveloped by the refreshing aroma of ume plums. Sachiko has dedicated much of her life to making um…

This time, we embark on a skyward journey from the airport nearest Mount Fuji, passing over Nagoya and Kyoto, to arrive at Izumo Airport, the gateway to a revered shrine. Along the way, exclusive cockpit footage taken w…

Rie left Tokyo to get married in a rural village. Running a chestnut farm and welcoming people with her unique cooking, her life changed drastically.

Honda Sueyasu has spent a lifetime thatching roofs and making sure a delicious taro thrives in his community. The eternally jovial 96-year-old is now passing on those passions to the next generation.