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The filmmakers explore the castle towns along the Tōkaidō route, uncovering their history and long-standing traditions.

Seasoning the Seasons

The Castle Towns of the Tokaido Route

The host explores the Tateyama Mountain Range, an alpine area dotted with sacred sites. Its peaks are home to "Tateyama Shinko," a unique system of local religious beliefs.

The Tateyama Mountains: An Alpine Pilgrimage

The filmmakers explore the history and culture of Sendai, a city in Honshu that was founded by a well-known samurai named Date Masamune in the 1600s.

Sendai: A City Founded by a Legendary Samurai

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