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Episode 1

Episode number: 1

Overview: Monty Don travels to Japan in spring to trace the history of Japanese gardens from early boating gardens, through Buddhist temples and Zen gardens, right up to a modern tea house.

Episode 2

Episode number: 2

Overview: Monty Don returns to Japan during the fiery blaze of autumn. He explores rooftop gardens and takes lessons in the intricate art of bonsai.