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James May: Our Man in...

  • TV Series
  • 2020–2024
  • TV-PG
  • 50m
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9.5K
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James May: Our Man in... (2020)
James May: Our Man in Japan
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James May embarks on a remarkable journey across Japan, from its icy north to its balmy south. He'll see the sights, meet the locals, and eat the noodles in a bid to truly understand the Lan... Read allJames May embarks on a remarkable journey across Japan, from its icy north to its balmy south. He'll see the sights, meet the locals, and eat the noodles in a bid to truly understand the Land of the Rising Sun.James May embarks on a remarkable journey across Japan, from its icy north to its balmy south. He'll see the sights, meet the locals, and eat the noodles in a bid to truly understand the Land of the Rising Sun.

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    • James May
    • Yujiro Taniyama
    • Paolo Damiano
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    8.2/10
    9.5K
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    • Stars
      • James May
      • Yujiro Taniyama
      • Paolo Damiano
    • 123User reviews
    • 7Critic reviews
  • See production info at IMDbPro
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    James May
    James May
    • Self - Host…
    • 2020–2024
    Yujiro Taniyama
    Yujiro Taniyama
    • Self
    • 2020
    Paolo Damiano
    • Self
    • 2022
    Aditi Mittal
    • Self
    • 2024
    Makiko Kobayashi
    • Self
    • 2020
    Masayo Fujii
    • Self
    • 2020
    Guia Scognamiglio
    • Self
    • 2022
    Claudia Traina
    • Self
    • 2022
    Vikramjit Singh
    • Self
    • 2024
    Hacchan Hatanaka
    • Self
    • 2020
    Kunal Rakshit
    • Self
    • 2024
    Kirti Bhoutika
    • Self
    • 2024
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    10ilcool90

    As James May as it gets

    Such a fun new mini series by the one and only James May. Very informative as well just with a lot of James May souse which I love.

    Amazon really struck gold by getting Jeremy, Richard ( who will also have their own shows ) and James on board. They are the only reason I subscribed.
    9shayanarshad

    Everybody is a Travel Vlogger until the Real Vlogger Arrives!

    Amazon have done an amazing job by filming a documentary on one of the most places countries on earth. The documentary contained all the best and weird parts of Japan along with breathtaking scenery. Ofcourse James May's crisp presentation makes it more watchable. I have watched alot of James May documentaries over the years and Our Man In Japan is the 2nd best on my list (cars of the people being the obvious winner). I wish Amazon makes this into an anthological series with May travelling to other beautiful countries. Surely this is a binge watching documentary. Fantastic job James May & Amazon. Cant wait to see what else you have in store (pun intended).
    10jcarriere-01075

    MORE YUJRIO

    Joined up just to say how much I enjoyed this series! James and Yujrio have amazing on camera chemistry that is so fun to watch! They really feed well off one another- they're crazy if they don't collaborate to make another season.
    10jimjim-71303

    Funny, entertaining yet educational and respectful

    Unlike many documentaries and YouTube videos filmed in japan, James really showed how japan is like in a respectful way. Funny, entertaining and I learnt a lot more about japan than just the touristic places. Watch it!
    7Thrusticy

    Away with the producers and director and let James do his thing

    Producers and directors are looking too much for 'funny' awkward situations to put James in. Interesting places like the rocket factory and particle collider have only 5-10 minutes of screen time. Italy is known for for its rich history, food, art, exotic cars and science. But no, James has to visit someone who likes to dress up like a Hobbit...

    The episodes (especially episode 3) are FILLED with a lot of activities that have 10 -15 minutes of screen time. This makes it a bit dull and without any memorable events. We have already seen that a healthy balance between funny situations and serious activities can be achieved, with the previous season in Japan!

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    • Release date
      • January 3, 2020 (United Kingdom)
    • Country of origin
      • United Kingdom
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    • Language
      • English
    • Also known as
      • James May: Nuestro hombre en Italia
    • Filming locations
      • Italy
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