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January 7, 2026

Season 5

Nishiarai - The Beating Heart of a Temple Town

01. Nishiarai - The Beating Heart of a Temple Town

We visit northern Tokyo's Nishiarai, which evolved from a farming village into an industrial district and is now mainly residential. But the local temple has always been at the heart of the community.

28min
January 7, 2026
Koishikawa – Historic Charm and Industry Nurtured by Water

02. Koishikawa – Historic Charm and Industry Nurtured by Water

Koishikawa is a residential area in the city center that is home to a botanical garden and a temple associated with the Edo shogunate. As we explore, we discover a legacy of printing and bookbinding.

28min
January 28, 2026
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03. Shinagawa – The Evolution of a Transportation Hub

Shinagawa is home to a major train terminal used by 500,000 people a day. We explore a historic lodging area, an old garden with abundant nature, and more as we unravel 1,000 years of history.

28min
February 11, 2026
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