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Great Japanese Railway Journeys had an episode air on Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:00am. Series 1, Episode 11 titled "Tokyo, Part 1" was broadcast on BBC iPlayer.
Michael boards a sleek Shinkansen bullet train, cutting through the landscape toward one of the world’s great cities. Tokyo awaits, a sprawling metropolitan area home to thirty-seven million people. The arrival is swift, a seamless glide into the heart of the capital. He steps off the train, ready to navigate the dense urban fabric that defines this modern metropolis. The journey begins in motion, a direct line from the countryside to the city’s core. It is a functional transition, highlighting the efficiency of Japanese rail travel whilst underscoring the sheer scale of the destination he has reached.
Programme Information
Channel: BBC iPlayer
Status: To Be Determined
Genre(s): Travel
Runtime: 28 minutes
Rating: N/A/10
Official Site: Great Japanese Railway Journeys
Main Cast
Michael Portillo as Presenter
Episode Details
Series: 1
Episode: 11
Episode Title: Tokyo, Part 1
Air Date: Monday, April 27, 2026
Air Time: 6:00am
Runtime: 28 minutes
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Aired: Monday, April 20, 2026
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