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Japan from Above

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  • Status: Ended
  • First Aired: September 3, 2018
  • Seasons: 1
  • Episodes: 5
  • Networks: ARTE
  • Genres: Documentary
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Japan from Above(2018)

TMDB Rating: 7.3 (3 votes)

Overview

Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Japan's amazingly diverse landscapes, as well as intimate portraits of people leading contrasting lives.

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Season 1

5 episodes • 2018

#EpisodeAir DateRating
1The Great Wild NorthSep 3, 20180.0
2Gifts from the MountainsSep 4, 20180.0
3Cradle of TraditionsSep 5, 20180.0
4Land of the PrayersSep 6, 20180.0
5Treasure IslandsSep 7, 20180.0

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