The World Heritage Sites in Japan (2023) is a documentary web series in English. On New MovieLinkBD: full story, cast, ratings, season & episode guide, official trailer and where to watch The World Heritage Sites in Japan online in HD.
The World Heritage Sites in Japan — Storyline
From natural landscapes to historic architecture representing centuries of cultural development, Japan’s World Heritage sites offer a wide range of glimpses into history and the beauty of nature.
Cast & Crew
The World Heritage Sites in Japan — Series Details
| First Air Date | 2023-02-08 |
| Seasons | 2 |
| Episodes | 14 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Language | English |
| Network | NHK WORLD-JAPAN |
| Status | Returning Series |
The World Heritage Sites in Japan — Episode Guide
Season 1
- E1: Silver Rush Dreams: Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine and Its Cultural Landscape (2023-02-08) — The miners of Iwami Ginzan worked in cramped darkness, risking their lives for fortune and glory. The area once produced vast quantities of silver yet had little impact on the beau
- E2: One Thousand Springs in the Capital: Historic Monuments of Ancient Kyoto (2023-02-23) — Over it's 1,000 years history, Kyoto has seen the blossoming of an elaborate culture that combined the finest arts and crafts. We trace the history of Japan's national identity by
- E3: Island of Eternal Forest: Yakushima (2023-02-23) — The lush forest of Yakushima Island is home to yakusugi, a unique species of cedar tree. Some yakusugi are thousands of years old. Once threatened by deforestation due to logging,
- E4: The Maritime Kingdom of Prayers: Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu (2023-02-24) — Until the islands of Okinawa became part of Japan, they were home to the Kingdom of Ryukyu. The kingdom fostered trade among its neighboring nations and left behind a unique archit
- E5: The Sacred Shogun: Shrines and Temples of Nikko (2023-02-24) — In the 16th century, Tokugawa Ieyasu united the warring states of Japan under an umbrella of peace that lasted for 250 years. His remains are interred among the historic shrines an
- E6: A Miraculous Paradise of Life: Ogasawara Islands (2023-03-01) — Isolated at a remote location in the Pacific Ocean, the Ogasawara Islands are home to unique species of both flora and fauna. Their interconnected cycle of life is supported by eff
- E7: The Glory of the Buddhist Pure Land: Hiraizumi (2023-03-02) — Once known as Michinooku or "the back country," the town of Hiraizumi in the Tohoku region was founded in the 12th century. Its temples were built over three generations by the Fuj
- E8: A Sericulture Revolution that Changed the World: Tomioka Silk Mill and Related Sites (2023-03-03) — In the 19th century, when Japan emerged as a modern nation, the world's most advanced spinning technology brought raw silk into mass production. By 1909, Japan became the world's l
- E9: Ancient Worship Transcending Time: Sacred Island of Okinoshima and Associated Sites in the Munakata Region (2023-03-07) — Remote Okinoshima is the "island where the deities dwell" where Shinto beliefs originated. It is the spiritual home to the Japanese people. Restricted public access to the island m
- E10: A Spirit of Harmony: Buddhist Monuments in the Horyu-ji Area (2023-03-08) — Founded in the 7th century, Horyu-ji Temple in the Nara region is home to one of the oldest wooden structures in the world. Under imperial rule, Horyu-ji was established to spread
Season 2
- E1: The Fabric of Life in a Forest: Shirakami-Sanchi (2024-01-08) — Shirakami-Sanchi or Shirakami Mountain Range is situated at the northern end of Honshu and home to one of the world's largest beech forests. This 8,000-year-old pristine landscape
- E2: Forest Pilgrimages: Sacred Sites and Pilgrimage Routes in the Kii Mountain Range (2024-01-08) — The Kii Mountain Range is made up of a series of soaring, 1,000-meter peaks. This area is home to three deeply spiritual locations, including Kumano, home of nature worship; Yoshin
- E3: Intertwined Lives on Sea and Shore: Shiretoko, Hokkaido (2024-01-08) — The Shiretoko Peninsula, located in eastern Hokkaido Prefecture, juts into the Sea of Okhotsk. Its center is lined by 1,500-meter peaks. The heavily forested area is home to a dive
- E4: Triangular Roofs Bring People Together: Historic Villages of Shirakawa-go and Gokayama (2024-01-13) — Shirakawa-go in Gifu Prefecture is one of Japan's snowiest regions. It's famous for its traditional thatched-roof Gassho-style homes. The triangular roofs distribute the weight of
Frequently Asked Questions
How many seasons does The World Heritage Sites in Japan have? 2 season(s) with 14 episodes.
Where can I watch The World Heritage Sites in Japan? See the Where to Watch section above for current streaming options.
