Overview
The Izu Peninsula was formed by long ago volcanic eruptions. It was designated as a UNESCO Global Geopark for its unique geological features. The peninsula boasts a distinctive natural environment, with magnificent views, hot springs and a deep-water bay. Residents have guarded their culture and live with appreciation for its rich nature. On this episode, Dean Newcombe, who's from Britain, explores all this, and feels the breath of Izu.
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16 - 1The Mountain Spirit of Shiiba Village February 04, 2025 -
16 - 2Kyushu: Land of Samurai Swords February 18, 2025 -
16 - 3Enku's 120,000 Smiles over Gifu February 25, 2025 -
16 - 4Hokuriku 1: Foods and Flavors of the Trading Ships March 04, 2025 -
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16 - 6Gunma: Raking in Good Luck March 18, 2025 -
16 - 7Hida: Deep Winter Escape March 25, 2025 -
16 - 8Hokkaido Sapporo: Sensing the City through its Architecture April 01, 2025 -
16 - 9NIIGATA: SNOW COUNTRY WONDERLAND April 15, 2025 -
16 - 10Wakayama: The Cradle of Japan's Flavors May 13, 2025 -
16 - 11Kure Port, Kochi — The Lure of Katsuo May 27, 2025 -
16 - 12Izu Peninsula: Volcanic Beauty June 10, 2025 -
16 - 13Nagaoka: Water, the Wellspring of Abundance June 24, 2025 -
16 - 14Matagi: Yamagata’s Spiritual Hunter-Gatherers July 01, 2025 -
16 - 15Nishio: Whisking up the Global Matcha Boom July 08, 2025 -
16 - 16Tochigi: Life Away from the Sea July 22, 2025 -
16 - 17Okinawa: A World in Bloom August 05, 2025 -
16 - 18With Isabella Bird — Part 6: On the Road to Biratori August 12, 2025