Season 14

1. The Kurobe River in Toyama

2026-02-07 · 44m

Travel along the Kurobe River on the Toyama Chihou and Kurobe Gorge Railways in Toyama Pref. The river provides water for farms, businesses and households. Upstream, the river has carved a deep gorge.

2. The Brilliant White Expanse of Eastern Hokkaido

2026-03-07 · 44m

Travel from Kushiro to Abashiri through winter scenery, and see rare cranes and other wildlife along the way. An active volcano has deep links to the railway. Drift ice floats off the Shiretoko coast.

3. Life and the Wild Rivers of Northern Kyushu

2026-06-06 · 44m

Travel northern Kyushu on the JR Kyudai Line that follows the course of the Chikugo River and its tributaries. Discover how residents live with the blessings and trouble the wild rivers bring.

4. Ninjya Training in Mie

2026-07-04 · 44m

Travel the Iga Railway and Kintetsu Railway lines through Iga in Mie Prefecture, one of the Japan's leading ninja regions. Experience their traditions and training, and taste their portable rations.