When did NHK Documentary Season 19 Episode 3 air?
NHK Documentary Season 19 Episode 3 aired on January 29, 2017.
NHK Documentary
Hard-hitting documentary series that takes an in-depth look at some of the political, economic, and social challenges that Japan and our world is facing.
Season 19 · Episode 3
Onbashira: Mystery behind the Sacred Trees
Jan 29, 2017·49m
The festival of Onbashira, or the "honored pillar", takes place in Suwa, Japan, once every 6 years. Few tree-centered festivals in Japan or anywhere else in the world, rival this one for its breathtaking scale. Why is Suwa the only place where this mysterious festival lives on? In this report we explore the ancient mystery behind the enthusiasm that engulfs this town whenever the sacred year rolls around.
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How long is NHK Documentary Season 19 Episode 3?
This episode runs for approximately 49 minutes.
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