- The video is part of a series that retraces the steps of Isabella Bird, exploring Japan as she saw it in the 19th century.
- It focuses specifically on her journey to Akita, showcasing the region’s rich culture and stunning landscapes.
- Viewers are provided with historical context about Isabella Bird’s travels and achievements, highlighting her significance as a pioneering explorer and writer.
- The episode contrasts the past and present, offering a unique perspective on how the region has changed over time.
- It aims to capture the beauty and spirit of Akita that fascinated Bird, bringing her experiences to life for modern audiences.
NHK WORLD-JAPAN is “the international service of Japan’s public media organization NHK.” NHK World-Japan is operated by Nippon Hoso Kyokai (NHK). The goal of NHK World-Japan is stated as “to promote a deeper international understanding of Japan, introducing the latest events in Japan through news and other programs.”
“Overall, we rate NHK World-Japan Left-Center biased based on story selection that slightly favors the left. We also rate them High for factual reporting due to a clean fact check record.”
https://mediabiasfactcheck.com/nhk-world/


Official website: https://www3.nhk.or.jp/nhkworld/
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