Aizu in western Fukushima Prefecture. The beautiful area around Mount Bandai - known locally as treasure mountain - is a prominent resort area. Aizu also flourished in the samurai age as one of the biggest economic and political hubs in eastern Japan. The samurai spirit is evident in various traditions passed down from the days of old. Julian Carl Crocker explores Aizu's breathtaking scenery and its samurai spirit, which is still alive in the hearts of the people.

Tokushima, the home of aizome indigo dye. Deborah Ten explores the traditional arts and crafts of Tokushima.

Asahikawa is a city at the foot of Mount Daisetsu, located in the heart of Hokkaido Prefecture and blessed by an abundance of nature. James Lambiasi visits a workshop and discovers the Japanese aesthetic values in furniture. Later he visits a mountain lodge in Asahidake Onsen at an altitude of 1,100 meters to enjoy magnificent views of nature.