Program List
Appeal the attraction of Japan surrounded by a long and beautiful coastline overseas with images from the sea. We introduce the charm of Japan with a powerful image using a “Camera Drone”, and let viewers enjoy traveling while answering local quizzes in the program.
■ Episode list
#1 Shimane
#2 Tottori
#3 Fukuoka
#4 Kyoto
#5 Kanazawa
#6 Special Edition
Wa! Journey!―Wonderful Japanese Culture―
The number of cruise ships arrived in Japan and foreign passengers by cruise ships have been recorded the highest number ever last year. In the program, we introduce Japanese culture in countryside linked with domestic cruise ships. Singaporean reporter, Anita Kapoor, and Malaysian photographer, Andy Kho experience the Japanese spirit of “Wa” such as traditional culture, pop culture, and a new culture born both from tradition and contemporary fusion based culture while visiting cruise ship's port of calls and surrounding areas. We present the charm of Japan worldwide to increase inbound tourists.
■ Episode list
＃1 Yo-kai World（SHIMANE・TOTTORI）
＃2 Traditional Scenery and Pop Culture（TOTTORI）
＃3 World-famous Silver Mine and Kagura（SHIMANE)
＃4 Kimono Project（FUKUOKA)
＃5 Experience the tradition in ancient capital（ISHIKAWA）
＃6 Special Edition & Cruise Trip
In this TV program, we explore hidden destination Sanin- a district located in south-west Japan-and report on its rich experiential tourism.
We will take you on a journey enjoying seafood gourmet at Sakai port, experiencing cultural activities such as one of the authentic Japanese dance, “Yasugi-bushi” workshop, discovering history of Matsue Castle, “Tatara Iron history” in Unnan City, and encountering the magnificent views of nature; the Tottori Sand Dunes and Mt. Daisen.
In the program, we focus on a cruise ship trip from foreign areas which bring thousands of people at once.
Moreover, we introduce not only the cruise ship tour itself, but also a port of call, Shimane Sakai Port such as Yokai, Japanese traditional ghosts, dishes of fine fish, and traditional cultures of Matsue area; Matsue history and Cha-no-yu, a tea ceremony.
The program introduces recommended tourist routes around Sakai Port from foreign visitor’s point of view, and focuses on kind hospitality by local people in San-in region.