Journeys in Japan

Season 5, Episode 27

Episode Title: Niyodo River: Pure Water of the Gods

Air Date: 2014-08-26

Overview:

The Niyodo River in Shikoku is one of Japan's most beautiful rivers. It is known for the clarity of its water, which has such a distinctive aquamarine color that it's become known in Japan as "Niyodo Blue". Sara Ariafar explores the river and the surrounding forests. She meets with people living in the area. And she joins them as they relax with midsummer pastimes.