8.0/1061 votesLoading...#1 - The Southwest Islands
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 6/15/2015
In the far south of Japan, there is a chain of islands stretching towards the tropics - a place where all life is influenced by the power of the sea, and where volcanoes and typhoons are forces to be reckoned with. The journey begins at an island at the top of the chain and travels south, revealing unexpected stories of isolation, unique wildlife and unsolved mysteries.
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7.9/1071 votesLoading...#2 - Honshu
Season 1 Episode 1 - Aired 6/8/2015
Japan's central island of Honshu is home to over 100 million people, and its biggest city, Tokyo, is one of the largest urban metropolises on earth. But it has a wild heart - most of Honshu is mountainous. This wilderness is home to an astonishing range of wildlife - black bears, monkeys, exquisite fireflies and even cow demons.
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7.9/1057 votesLoading...#3 - Hokkaido
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 6/22/2015
As Japan's northernmost island, Hokkaido's weather, wildlife and human history are all distinct from the rest of the country. Sika deer, cranes, sea eagles and even brown bears grind out a tough existence on this icy island.
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Writer: Matthew Wright
The Best Episodes of Japan: Earth's Enchanted Islands
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Japan's landscapes range from snowy mountains to subtropical warmth. They are full of wildlife - and animals' and people's lives often cross as they adapt...
Genre:Documentary
Network:BBC Two
Best Episodes Summary
"The Southwest Islands" is the best rated episode of "Japan: Earth's Enchanted Islands". It scored 8/10 based on 61 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 6/15/2015. This episode scored 0.1 points higher than the second highest rated, "Honshu".