Journeys in Japan - Season 15 Episode 8 Akita's Festivals Light Up Long Winters
The city of Senboku in Akita Prefecture is made up of three towns: Tazawako, which has the deepest lake in Japan; Nishiki, home to farming scenery: and Kakunodate, called the little Kyoto of Tohoku. In addition to the stunning nature and samurai culture, visitors can enjoy spectacles related to the Lunar New Year. Catrina Sugita experiences the area's winter lifestyle and its fiery festivals.
- Genre: Documentary
- Studio: NHK WORLD-JAPAN
- Keyword: japan, travel, travelogue, japanese cuisine, japanese culture
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