Season 12

01 One Line Inspires Generations in Chiba Episode 13rd February 2024 Explore Choshi Electric Railway which has operated for a century with the warm support of residents. Everyone here strives to preserve the local traditions. 02 Under the Blue Spring Skies of Iwate Episode 222nd June 2024 Travel Iwate Pref. from popular destination Morioka to the Pacific coast. Eat your fill of soba noodles, dive into in a fantastical world, fish with cucumbers and go spelunking. 03 Life, Art and Connections in Shimane Episode 317th August 2024 Journey through the tranquil rustic landscape of Shimane Pref. Traditional fishermen catch clams. One temple offers blessing for eye ailments. And, residents make unusual sculptures for the deities. 04 A Single Line to the Tip of Hokkaido Episode 42nd November 2024 Travel the Soya Line through the northern part of the island to Wakkanai, Japan's northernmost station. Disused train lines and stations remain along the way. Head to Cape Soya and gaze at Sakhalin. 05 Energized Along the Kumano Pilgrimage Trails Episode 523rd November 2024 The Kumano Kodo was designated UNESCO World Heritage in 2004. Travel the JR Sangu and Kisei Lines along the trails on the Iseji route between Ise Jingu in Mie Prefecture and Kumano Hayatama Taisha in Wakayama Prefecture.