
James May: Our Man in…(2020)Fading StarAverage season ratings show a negative trend over time.
Overview
James May embarks on a remarkable journey across Japan, from its icy north to its balmy south. He’ll see the sights, meet the locals, and eat the noodles in a bid to truly understand the Land of the Rising Sun.
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Japan
6 episodes • 2020Avg: 8.0Golden Era

Japan
6 episodes • 2020Avg: 8.0Golden Era
# | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
---|---|---|---|
1 | Go! | Jan 3, 2020 | 7.9 |
2 | Cabbage Roll | Jan 3, 2020 | 7.8 |
3 | Deodorant | Jan 3, 2020 | 8.1 |
4 | Hey Bim! | Jan 3, 2020 | 7.8 |
5 | Peach Boy | Jan 3, 2020 | 8.1 |
6 | Pickled Plum | Jan 3, 2020 | 8.5 |

Italy
6 episodes • 2022Avg: 7.1

Italy
6 episodes • 2022Avg: 7.1
# | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
---|---|---|---|
1 | God's Apology | Jul 15, 2022 | 7.2 |
2 | House of Pain | Jul 15, 2022 | 6.8 |
3 | Dark Matter | Jul 15, 2022 | 7.5 |
4 | Really, Really Nice Cheese | Jul 15, 2022 | 7.2 |
5 | Hey Pesto | Jul 15, 2022 | 7.0 |
6 | Bye, Bim | Jul 15, 2022 | 7.0 |

India
3 episodes • 2024Avg: 7.0

India
3 episodes • 2024Avg: 7.0
# | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
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1 | John | Jan 5, 2024 | 7.0 |
2 | A Bit Like Glasgow | Jan 5, 2024 | 7.0 |
3 | Calamari | Jan 5, 2024 | 7.0 |
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