Synopsis

Our journey takes us to Toyama Prefecture, nestled in Japan’s Hokuriku region. A swift two-hour ride on the Hokuriku Shinkansen connects it to Tokyo. Sheltered by the Sea of Japan to the north and the towering 3,000-meter Tateyama Mountains to the south, this land has enjoyed a rich and thriving history. We will venture into the deep mountains to discover villages where ancient ways of life endure, shaped by resilience in a demanding landscape. The Gokayama region, designated a UNESCO World Her