Season 8
10 episodes · Jan 7, 2026
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S8E1Sanma
Jan 7, 202628mEach autumn, sanma takes center stage across Japan. Kyle visits a bustling port to explore its traditions, then meets a chef who highlights the fish's subtle bitterness in refined French dishes.
S8E2Wagyu
Jan 28, 202628mWagyu captivates food lovers worldwide with fine marbling, melt-in-the-mouth texture, and rich aroma. Join us as we explore strict cattle management and the dishes that highlight wagyu's appeal.
S8E3Hakusai
Mar 4, 202628mHakusai, or Chinese cabbage, is a winter staple in Japan. Discover unique farming and harvesting techniques, and see its use in pickles, popular ramen, and French cuisine.
S8E4Japanese Yams
Mar 11, 202628mJapanese yams are a traditional ingredient loved for their sticky texture. Experience a harvest using heavy machinery to dig deep underground, then savor dishes including tororo over rice.
S8E5Cod
Apr 8, 202628mIn icy Aomori, we join a cod fishing boat and sample local dishes using even the skin and innards. From rock-hard dried cod to French cuisine, we savor cod's many charms.
S8E6Japanese Oils
Apr 15, 202628mOils shape Japan's food culture, where households choose from a wide range of oils to suit each dish. This episode explores Japanese plant-based oils, focusing on flavor, safety, and health.
S8E7Wakame
May 6, 202628mWakame, one of Japan's most popular types of seaweed, takes us to Sanriku in Miyagi Prefecture. Experience harvesting giant wakame and explore research advancing environmental protection.
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Red Sea Bream
May 13, 202628mRed sea bream, with its beautiful red color, has long been prized in Japan as a symbol of good fortune. Explore advanced aquaculture techniques and enjoy a wide variety of exquisite dishes.
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Peas
Jun 10, 202628mPeas shine at every stage of growth, from shoot and pod to full-grown. Enjoy home cooking, Edo-style sweets, and elegant cuisine built around spring peas.
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Onion
Jun 17, 202628mIntroducing "New onions," in season in spring, and other onions on Awaji Island, one of the nation's leading production regions. Discover the appeal of Japan's onions from sweets to French cuisine.