Journeys in Japan · SEASON 8
Ogawayama: A Rock Climber's Paradise
Episode 2 · 2017-02-07
- Documentary
Episode overview
Ogawayama (Mount Ogawa) is known as a "rock climber's paradise." Located near Kawakami Village in Nagano Prefecture, it takes about three hours to reach from Tokyo by car. The mountain is popular for having climbing spots located near its main base. The closest is only minutes away, while the farthest is only about an hour's walk. On this edition of Journeys in Japan we introduce the appeal of Ogawayama rock climbing, including bouldering. Our reporter Cveto Podlogar takes on the longest climbing route of Ogawayama, called "Eboshi Iwa Sa Ryosen." The route affords the thrill of heights and magnificent views along the way. After much climbing, Cveto enjoys creature comforts-he's glamping, Japanese-style.
28 minutes
Season 8 episodes
1. Koza: A Rhythm All Its Own2017-01-31
2. Ogawayama: A Rock Climber's Paradise2017-02-07
3. Niseko: Snowy Adventures2017-02-14
4. Suruga Bay: The Bounty of the Deep2017-02-21
5. Tokoname: City of Ceramics Past and Present2017-02-28
6. Ibaraki: Savoring Winter Flavors2017-03-07
7. Hokkaido: Sculpting Winter's Ice and Snow2017-04-04
8. Mt. Norikuradake: A Peak Winter Experience2017-04-11
9. Odate: The Land of the Akita Inu2017-04-18
10. Oya, Utsunomiya: Stone Town & Quarry Ruins Tour2017-04-25
11. Nagoya: Samurai Warlord Chronicles2017-05-02
12. Hakuba: Off Piste to a Hidden Hot Spring2017-05-09
13. Nara: Ancient Sanctuary for all Living Creatures2017-05-30
14. Monobe, Kochi: Tales from the Magical Mountain Hamlet2017-06-20
15. Manazuru: Good Living by Design2017-06-27
16. Nanyo, Ehime: Water for Life and Fun2017-07-04
17. Meiwa-cho, Mie: An Ancient Legend Comes to Life2017-07-11
18. Mount Daisen: Mystical Rites, Local Life2017-07-18
19. Murayama, Yamagata: Local Delicacies, Local Pride2017-07-25
20. Tottori: Sculpted by Nature2017-08-01
21. Deep into the Unspoiled Forest: Shirakami Sanchi2017-08-08
22. Yonaguni: Wild West Escapades2017-08-15
23. Obuse, Nagano: Walking and Running for Fun2017-08-22
24. Taisetsuzan: Summer Alpine Discoveries2017-09-12
25. Kochi's Summertime Fever: The Yosakoi!2017-09-19
26. Awa Odori Festival: Spirited Away in Tokushima2017-09-26
27. Yanai: Old Town of Goldfish Lanterns2017-10-03
28. Nagara River: Pristine Beauty, Waterborne Bounty2017-10-10
29. Minami-Izu: Unspoiled Seaside Getaway2017-10-17
30. A River Runs Through Hokkaido2017-10-24
31. Kagoshima: The Taste and Style of "Kuro" Culture2017-11-07
32. Kikuma, Ehime: Pride and Pageantry2017-11-21
33. Togakushi: Autumn Hues at a Sacred Mountain2017-11-28
34. Passage of Time: Lake Towada in Autumn2017-12-05
35. Karatsu: Festival Floats, Deep Community Spirit2017-12-12
