TRAVEL
Visiting Sacred Places of the Tohoku Region
TRAVEL
2011
15 mins Episode(s): 34 ~
english
English
Even today, people in the Tohoku region reverently conserve traditional customs and natural environments. Their viewpoints may have the potential to uncover hidden clues as to how to solve the problems and contradictions of our bewildering modern society, as well as hints for the Japanese who are reconsidering their identity.
Searching for “sacred places for the people”, this program will continue to enchant the hearts of viewers.
*16 episodes available in English and Chinese.
Click here to preview the program!
Searching for “sacred places for the people”, this program will continue to enchant the hearts of viewers.
*16 episodes available in English and Chinese.
Click here to preview the program!
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