Great Japanese Railway Journeys
Great Japanese Railway Journeys is a TV show on BBC2. All aboard! Michael Portillo explores a country where tradition meets technology. Get set for fascinating culture, lightning-fast bullet trains and breathtaking scenery.
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Series 1, Episode 1 - Osaka to Nagoya
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Beginning his journey in Osaka, Michael explores the artistic phenomenon of manga, takes a trip on the Shinkansen and, in Nagoya, visits the factory making the smart loo.