Since U.S. Commodore Matthew Perry opened Japan to the Americas in 1854, ambitious travelers have descended upon this land of 3,000 islands for explorations in religion, philosophy, martial arts, nature and much, much more. Join Snow Lion Expeditions as we unfold the intricacies of this rich cultural mosaic, with reverential Shinto shrines and Buddhist temples reflecting the grace and hospitality of the Japanese people. While we’ll revel in the great cities of Tokyo and Osaka, we also reveal what savvy visitors have known for years: as much as 80% of Japan is forested and the landscape nourishes peaks like Mt. Fuji and retreats like Himeji. The Land of the Rising Sun (so named for the characters that make up the country’s name in Japanese) awaits your contemporary perspective on its ancient traditions of samurai, geisha, calligraphy and sword-making. We're certain Japan will be a Snow Lion favorite for years to come.
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Rocky Mountain Community Radio Explores China’s South
Join curious, ambitious listeners from community radio stations across Colorado and Utah as we follow China’s great rivers and unparalleled natural landscapes through a kaleidoscope of colorful cultures and living history.
Sep 3, 2008 - Sep 16, 2008
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Unfolding Japan
From Buddhist and Shinto shrines in Osaka, Nara and Tokyo to cherry blossoms, samurai, ancient calligraphy and Zen archery, this 16-day epic adventure showcases Japan’s culture, history and nature. Also includes Kyoto and Hakone’s onsen springs.
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Wasatch Academy's Unfolding Japan
Japan is layered and complex, like intricate origami, so join Wasatch Academy instructors Max Roach and Brittany Maxwell as we unravel the mysteries of the Land of the Rising Sun.
May 25, 2008 - Jun 4, 2008