Kitamura Asako breaks the 300-year mold by becoming the first female floatmaker in Aomori's Nebuta Matsuri, overcoming bias and infusing a modern perspective into this traditional male-dominated craft.
1. Master Salt Maker - Sato Kyojiro
Aired: Jan 30, 2024Salt maker Sato Kyojiro is renowned for crafting unique, naturally produced, ...
2. Medical Interpreting Pioneer - Minamitani Kaori
Aired: Feb 27, 2024In the next episode, we delve into the world of Dr. Minamitani Kaori, a pione...
3. Poet & NPO Founder - Ueda Kanayo
Aired: Mar 20, 2024In the next episode, a remarkable individual, Ueda Kanayo, takes center stage...
4. Snow Country Chef - Kuwakino Keiko
Aired: Apr 24, 2024Renowned chef Kuwakino Keiko masterfully blends innovative techniques with tr...
5. Supporting Street Children - Watanabe Hiroki
Aired: May 1, 2024In the next episode, we meet Watanabe Hiroki, a dedicated co-founder of an NG...
6. Orthopedic Shoe Meister - Nakai Yosuke
Aired: May 29, 2024Nakai Yosuke, a skilled prosthetist and orthopedic shoe expert, empowers Japa...
7. Cricket Food Producer - Ashikari Seiya
Aired: Jun 19, 2024Episode Overview: Ashikari Seiya embarks on a mission to alleviate the global...
8. Ainu Cultural Advocate - Monbetsu Atsushi
Aired: Jun 26, 2024Atsushi Monbetsu is a passionate advocate for preserving traditional Ainu cul...
9. Accessibility NPO Founder - Oda Yuriko
Aired: Aug 14, 2024Oda Yuriko is determined to create a society where everyone can thrive, despi...
10. Coconut Entrepreneur Tackling Poverty - Mizui Yu
Aired: Aug 21, 2024Mizui Yu's entrepreneurial endeavors in the Philippines continue to flourish ...
11. Nebuta Artist - Kitamura Asako
Aired: Sep 25, 2024Kitamura Asako breaks the 300-year mold by becoming the first female floatmak...
12. International Mountain Medic - Oshiro Kazue
Aired: Oct 30, 2024Dr. Oshiro Kazue, a celebrated mountain medic, devotes her life to safeguardi...
13. Drone Entrepreneur - Kawanoue Kazufumi
Aired: Nov 19, 2024A pioneering pilot in Mongolia is using drones to revolutionize the country's...
14. Medical Companion for Travel - Ito Reiya
Aired: Nov 26, 2024Embracing the Power of Travel and Human Connection
15. Horse-Powered Energy Innovator - Iwama Takashi
Aired: Dec 3, 2024In the next episode, a pioneering horse-handler embarks on a groundbreaking m...
16. Bonsai Master - Kobayashi Kunio
Aired: Dec 24, 2024A master bonsai artist dedicates his life to passing on the ancient art form ...
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Seasons: 3
Current Status: Returning Series
Network: NHK WORLD-JAPAN
Production Country: Japan
Genres:News
