[BS NTV] Michiko Hada Enjoys a Local Journey in Ibaraki on 'Mousou Train' Show, Sharing Unique Hypotheses

The travel program 'Mousou Train,' featuring celebrities who love railways and travel, presents various travel itineraries.

On Tuesday, June 16, actor Michiko Hada will travel through her home prefecture of Ibaraki. Riding the Kashima Rinkai Railway, she relaxes with scenic views, enjoys fresh seafood and fruits, and finally visits the solemn Kashima Jingu Shrine. Throughout the trip, her deep love for her hometown prompts her to present several unique personal hypotheses.

- Kashima Rinkai Railway and Oarai Isosaki Shrine

In this episode, Hada rides the Kashima Rinkai Railway, which connects the Pacific coast of Ibaraki Prefecture from north to south. Originally opened for transporting goods to the Kashima coastal industrial zone, it now serves as a key means of transportation for both locals and tourists. Hada is delighted by the cute face-like design of the arriving train.

Her first destination is Oarai Isosaki Shrine, a spot she has loved since childhood. She climbs the long stairs to witness a breathtaking view that wins praise from co-host Reiji in the studio. For lunch, she stops at a highly popular local diner run by local fishermen's wives, which already has a queue, sparking a studio discussion about waiting in lines.

- Melon Picking in Hokota City and the Goal at Kashima Jingu Shrine

After a hearty lunch, Hada heads to Hokota City, well-known for its melon and vegetable production. Traveling south from Oarai, she visits a greenhouse near Shin-Hokota Station to enjoy melon picking. While carefully selecting a melon, she shares her unique personal theories regarding melons and eels, proudly declaring, 'I believe Japan started from Ibaraki.' She also humorously worries about potential backlash. At a local market selling fresh produce, she goes into full shopping mode.

The final destination of the journey is Kashima Jingu Shrine, one of Japan's three major shrines. Hada, who visits the shrine every year for the New Year's prayers, introduces her favorite spots and describes how the atmosphere feels like stepping into another world. The solemnity of the shrine leaves studio hosts Tomochika and Reiji in awe.

[Program Title] Tomochika & Reiji's Mousou Train

[Program Overview] A travel show producing easily copyable travel plans. Railway and travel-loving celebrities present expert-recommended scenic spots, local gourmet food, and specialized travel itineraries, serving as an audio-visual guidebook to experience virtual travel.

[Broadcast Schedule] Every Tuesday at 9:00 PM

[Broadcasters] BS NTV / BS NTV 4K

[Cast] Tomochika, Reiji

[Credit] ⒸBS NTV

[Program Website] https://www.bs4.jp/mousou-train/

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