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Japan from Above

7.320181 seasonTV SeriesDocumentary

Enjoy a bird's-eye view of Japan's amazingly diverse landscapes, as well as intimate portraits of people leading contrasting lives.

DirectorXavier Lefebvre
WriterLaurent Martein

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Availability shown for United States · rights vary by country

Seasons & Episodes

E1
The Great Wild North
Sep 3, 2018
E2
Gifts from the Mountains
Sep 4, 2018
E3
Cradle of Traditions
Sep 5, 2018
E4
Land of Prayers
Sep 6, 2018
E5
Treasure Islands
Sep 7, 2018

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Japan from Above — streaming FAQ

Which OTT platform streams Japan from Above?

Japan from Above is streaming on Magellan TV, Xive TV Documentaries and The Roku Channel in United States, and available to rent or buy on Amazon Video. It's not currently on Netflix.

Is Japan from Above on Netflix?

No, Japan from Above is not on Netflix in United States as of September 2026. It's currently on Magellan TV and Xive TV Documentaries.

Is Japan from Above on Amazon Prime Video?

Japan from Above isn't included with a Prime Video subscription in United States, but you can rent or buy it on Amazon Video.

Where can I watch Japan from Above for free?

Japan from Above is available to stream free (with ads) on The Roku Channel and Tubi TV in United States.

How many seasons are in Japan from Above?

Japan from Above has 1 season in total (5 episodes). The series concluded in 2018.

Are all episodes of Japan from Above out yet?

Yes — all 5 episodes across 1 season of Japan from Above are out and available to stream.

Is there a Season 2 of Japan from Above?

No — Japan from Above ended after 1 season, so there is no Season 2.