Tokyo is a fascinating city of extremities, blending the old traditions with visions of the future and an extraordinary pace of life. A shock of skyscrapers and neon, it's a gleaming example of Japan's post World War II success.
Traveler Ian Wright begins his stay by experiencing the spiritual side of Tokyo at the peace loving Senso-ji temple. After a gentle introduction he throws himself into the pace of the city and discovers some incredible technology and fashion! He then heads to Mount Fuji for a crowded climb to the summit, before ending his trip experiencing the infamous Tokyo nightlife.
Along the Way...
· Enjoy a volcanic spa at the base of Mount Fuji
· Eat a sushi breakfast in the Tsukiji Fish Market
· Explore the hi-tech world of Odaiba's technology centers
· Marvel at the colorful floats of the Aomori Nebuta festival
· Learn about the Bushido philosophy of the Samurai warriors
Title | Globe Trekker - Season 10 Episode 8 Tokyo City Guide |
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Year | 2012 |
Genre | Documentary |
Country | Australia, United Kingdom, Canada |
Studio | Channel 4 |
Cast | Nikki Grosse, Shilpa Mehta, Neil Gibson, Jonathan Atherton, Estelle Bingham, Katy Haswell |
Crew | Ian Cross (Producer) |
Alternative Titles | Pilot Guides, Lonely Planet, Utazások a földgolyón |
Keyword | |
First Air Date | Dec 31, 1994 |
Last Air date | Apr 22, 2012 |
Season | 17 Season |
Episode | 213 Episode |
Runtime | 52:14 minutes |
Quality | HD |
IMDb: | 8.50/ 10 by 4.00 users |
Popularity | 28.062 |
Language | English |