As Japan transitions from spring to summer, a month-long stretch of cloudy, rainy weather known as Tsuyu unfolds. In this episode of Journeys in Japan, we explore the enchanting and enigmatic natural wonders that emerge during this season, along with a traditional event celebrated in rural areas nationwide. Michael Keida, who runs a small organic farm near Tokyo, hosts the program, showcasing his cultivation of around 200 varieties of vegetables and crops.
Show
Journeys in Japan
Episode
S12E11
Air Date
Jun 29, 2021
Season 12 Episodes
S12E09
Yamatokoriyama: Water Brimming with Goldfish
S12E10
Minami Shinshu: A Solo Alps Journey
S12E11
Rainy Nights, Summer Mysteries
S12E12
Go Deep! Underwater Paradise
S12E13
Toba Islands: Life and Love in a Traditional Community
S12E14
Cultivating a Taste for Summer Vegetables
S12E21
Creative Solutions Spark Rural Revival
S12E22
Legacies of Samurai Culture