Tuesday 5 May, 7:00am - 7:30amon BBC Two

Great Japanese Railway Journeys

Name: 6:30pm - Series 1 Episode 15
Start: 2026-05-01T17:30:00Z
End: 2026-05-01T18:00:00Z
Location: BBC Two

Series 1 Episode 15: Lake Shikotsu to Otaru

Michael explores the history of Hokkaido's indigenous Ainu people. At Lake Shikotsu, he enjoys a traditional meal of salmon soup and witnesses a performance of the ancient Dance of the Cranes.

Category: Documentary
Original air date: 01/05/2026

Cast and crew

Ben RowlandDirector
Michael PortilloHost

Upcoming broadcasts

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