Road to the North
“Mackay-based journalist Fergus Gregg travels through northern Japan, retracing the historic paths of the master of haiku, poet Matsuo Basho.”
2025•2h 11m•Released
DocumentaryHistory
After nearly three years living in Japan, Fergus Gregg finds himself struggling to bid farewell to this beautiful country. On a journey tracing the path of his hero, the poet Matsuo Basho, Fergus decides to trek the northern landscapes of Tohoku. As he travels, he encounters more than he bargained for - facing setbacks, meetings with traditional hunter-gathers, and dances at northern Japan's largest Summer festival. Join Fergus Gregg on his 'Road to the North'.
Director
Jason English
Writer
Jason English, Fergus Gregg
Budget
$0M
Languages
English, Japanese
Cast
Fergus Gregg
Key Cast
Production
Producer
Fergus Gregg
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