In her acclaimed novels, author Julie Otsuka draws on the experiences of her Japanese-American family, preserving stories that were once nearly forgotten.
In her acclaimed novels, author Julie Otsuka draws on the experiences of her Japanese-American family, preserving stories that were once nearly forgotten.
Enami Noriyuki won the coveted Double Gold Award at the world's most prestigious marmalade-making competition in 2020 and 2022. He talks about the secrets of his craft and his tumultuous journey.
Enami Noriyuki won the coveted Double Gold Award at the world's most prestigious marmalade-making competition in 2020 and 2022. He talks about the secrets of his craft and his tumultuous journey.
In 2024, Ishigami Junya received the prestigious Austrian Frederick Kiesler Prize for Architecture and the Arts. He talks about his groundbreaking work and ponders the meaning of architecture.
In 2024, Ishigami Junya received the prestigious Austrian Frederick Kiesler Prize for Architecture and the Arts. He talks about his groundbreaking work and ponders the meaning of architecture.
Muta Yoca is an artist whose vibrant, dynamic pieces are based on the Kutani-yaki style of ceramics. We speak with Muta about her global popularity and how she creates art unburdened by convention.
Muta Yoca is an artist whose vibrant, dynamic pieces are based on the Kutani-yaki style of ceramics. We speak with Muta about her global popularity and how she creates art unburdened by convention.
2025x5 Journalism for Justice: Ian Yee / Journalist, Co-Founder of The Fourth Episode overview
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Fev 05, 2025
Malaysian journalist Ian Yee investigates social issues and hidden crimes. He's revealed child prostitution and drug trade networks, showing the power of independent media. Hear his vital insights.
Malaysian journalist Ian Yee investigates social issues and hidden crimes. He's revealed child prostitution and drug trade networks, showing the power of independent media. Hear his vital insights.
2025x6 Walking for Peace: Satish Kumar / Activist Episode overview
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Fev 06, 2025
Activist Satish Kumar returns to Hiroshima after 60 years to meet Kiriake Chieko, a hibakusha and member of the Nobel Peace Prize-winning organization Nihon Hidankyo, and younger advocates for peace.
Activist Satish Kumar returns to Hiroshima after 60 years to meet Kiriake Chieko, a hibakusha and member of the Nobel Peace Prize-winning organization Nihon Hidankyo, and younger advocates for peace.
2025x7 Face the Mountains, Face Yourself: Watanabe Naoko / Mountaineer, Nurse Episode overview
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Fev 10, 2025
In October 2024, Watanabe Naoko became the first Japanese woman to scale all 14 of the world's mountains that reach 8,000m above sea level. What drove her on this tremendous but perilous quest?
In October 2024, Watanabe Naoko became the first Japanese woman to scale all 14 of the world's mountains that reach 8,000m above sea level. What drove her on this tremendous but perilous quest?
2025x8 Cultivating Myanmar's Future Through Agriculture: Imoto Katsuyuki / Vice-Chairman, Greater Mekong Center Episode overview
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Fev 11, 2025
Imoto Katsuyuki is working to promote financial independence among ethnic minorities in conflict-torn Myanmar by teaching them agriculture. He talks about what is needed to support them.
Imoto Katsuyuki is working to promote financial independence among ethnic minorities in conflict-torn Myanmar by teaching them agriculture. He talks about what is needed to support them.
2025x9 Revealing Myanmar's Unseen Reality: Bo Kyi / Co-Founder and Joint Secretary, Assistance Association Episode overview
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Fev 13, 2025
For over three decades, human rights activist and former political prisoner Bo Kyi has been fighting for Myanmar's democratization from his base in Thailand.
For over three decades, human rights activist and former political prisoner Bo Kyi has been fighting for Myanmar's democratization from his base in Thailand.
2025x10 Kabuki - Passion for Tradition and Innovation: Nakamura Kazutaro / Kabuki Actor Episode overview
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Fev 14, 2025
Kabuki has a 400-year history. Kabuki actor Nakamura Kazutaro is carrying on the tradition and he has achieved great success in Spain blending Kabuki and Flamenco. What is the future he envisions?
Kabuki has a 400-year history. Kabuki actor Nakamura Kazutaro is carrying on the tradition and he has achieved great success in Spain blending Kabuki and Flamenco. What is the future he envisions?
2025x11 Spreading the Joy of Music to All: Erika Colon / Artistic Director, White Hands Chorus Nippon Episode overview
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Fev 17, 2025
Erika Colon is the artistic director of a choir for children with hearing and visual impairments. The group's aim is to make music accessible to all. She talks about developing a new form of music.
Erika Colon is the artistic director of a choir for children with hearing and visual impairments. The group's aim is to make music accessible to all. She talks about developing a new form of music.
2025x12 Women Leading Sumatra's Forest Protection: Farwiza Farhan / Forest Conservationist Executive Director of HAkA (Forest, Nature, and Environment Aceh Foundation) Episode overview
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Fev 21, 2025
Farwiza Farhan founded NGO "HAkA" to save Sumatra's rainforests. She trains locals as rangers, uses drones and satellite data, and works with authorities to stop illegal logging and protect nature.
Farwiza Farhan founded NGO "HAkA" to save Sumatra's rainforests. She trains locals as rangers, uses drones and satellite data, and works with authorities to stop illegal logging and protect nature.
2025x13 Making Documentaries Like Dramatic Movies: Hara Kazuo / Film Director Episode overview
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Fev 24, 2025
Hara Kazuo is the first person from Asia to win the Golden Ring Special Edition prize at an Italian film festival that explores the dark side of movies. He talks about his vision for documentaries.
Hara Kazuo is the first person from Asia to win the Golden Ring Special Edition prize at an Italian film festival that explores the dark side of movies. He talks about his vision for documentaries.
2025x14 Drawing Wartime in the Attic: Chiba Tetsuya / Manga Artist Episode overview
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Fev 25, 2025
In 2024, Chiba Tetsuya was the first manga artist to be awarded Japan's Order of Culture. Famous for the boxing manga "Ashita no Joe," Chiba is now working on stories about his childhood in the war.
In 2024, Chiba Tetsuya was the first manga artist to be awarded Japan's Order of Culture. Famous for the boxing manga "Ashita no Joe," Chiba is now working on stories about his childhood in the war.
2025x15 Shaping Our Culinary Future: René Redzepi / Chef and Co-Owner, Noma Episode overview
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Fev 26, 2025
René Redzepi, a top chef, is known for his innovative cuisine, which combines Nordic ingredients with fermentation techniques. He shares insights on shaping a sustainable future for the culinary world.
René Redzepi, a top chef, is known for his innovative cuisine, which combines Nordic ingredients with fermentation techniques. He shares insights on shaping a sustainable future for the culinary world.
2025x16 A Fairer World Through Microfinance: Taejun Shin / Founder and CEO, Gojo & Company Episode overview
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Fev 27, 2025
Taejun Shin applies the five constant virtues of Confucianism in providing microfinance services to women in rural Asia. We learn how he balances running a business with helping people.
Taejun Shin applies the five constant virtues of Confucianism in providing microfinance services to women in rural Asia. We learn how he balances running a business with helping people.
2025x17 Manga Education Goes to College: Kofi Bazzell-Smith / College Instructor, Manga Artist Episode overview
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Fev 28, 2025
Kofi Bazzell-Smith teaches manga drawing at college and is known as the first professor of manga practice in the US. He is passionate about manga as an art form with cinematic characteristics.
Kofi Bazzell-Smith teaches manga drawing at college and is known as the first professor of manga practice in the US. He is passionate about manga as an art form with cinematic characteristics.
2025x18 Traditional Soy Sauce for the World: Yamamoto Yasuo / Fifth-Generation Soy Sauce Producer Episode overview
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Mar 03, 2025
For over 150 years, Yamamoto Yasuo's family has made soy sauce in wooden barrels. This traditional method is close to dying out, but Yamamoto intends to keep it alive for future generations.
For over 150 years, Yamamoto Yasuo's family has made soy sauce in wooden barrels. This traditional method is close to dying out, but Yamamoto intends to keep it alive for future generations.
2025x19 Listening to the Voices of the Wounded: Ishiuchi Miyako / Photographer Episode overview
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Mar 04, 2025
Known for work that explores the traces of time's passage, photographer Ishiuchi Miyako has won numerous honors, including the prestigious Hasselblad Award. She shares insights about her photography.
Known for work that explores the traces of time's passage, photographer Ishiuchi Miyako has won numerous honors, including the prestigious Hasselblad Award. She shares insights about her photography.
2025x20 Telling Stories of Hope and Resilience: Julian Sedgwick / Author Episode overview
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Mar 05, 2025
Julian Sedgwick is an award-winning British author of novels for teenagers. His work is inspired by his love of Japan and the resilience of its people since the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake.
Julian Sedgwick is an award-winning British author of novels for teenagers. His work is inspired by his love of Japan and the resilience of its people since the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake.
2025x21 Transforming Education - The Challenge To Leave No One Behind: Aoki Kenta / Executive Director of the Certified NPO SALASUSU Episode overview
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Mar 06, 2025
Aoki Kenta of the certified NPO SALASUSU has helped tackle human trafficking and poverty in Cambodia for over 20 years. How is Japan's "Lesson Study" method used to reform Cambodia's public education?
Aoki Kenta of the certified NPO SALASUSU has helped tackle human trafficking and poverty in Cambodia for over 20 years. How is Japan's "Lesson Study" method used to reform Cambodia's public education?
2025x22 Your Smile Is My Smile: Shigeaki Aso / Baseball Glove Master Craftsman Episode overview
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Mar 07, 2025
Baseball glove craftsman Shigeaki Aso's custom-made gloves have been worn by legendary players. His dedication to craft has earned him the title of "Glove Guru" in the MLB.
Baseball glove craftsman Shigeaki Aso's custom-made gloves have been worn by legendary players. His dedication to craft has earned him the title of "Glove Guru" in the MLB.
Tomita Hiroshi is the founder of a company that specializes in detecting underground cavities. He discusses how his technology is reducing risks and mitigating damage from all sorts of disasters.
Tomita Hiroshi is the founder of a company that specializes in detecting underground cavities. He discusses how his technology is reducing risks and mitigating damage from all sorts of disasters.
2025x24 The Beauty and Art of Watchmaking: Makihara Daizoh / Watchmaker Episode overview
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Mar 11, 2025
Makihara Daizoh is drawing attention from around the world for crafting timepieces that embody a Japanese aesthetic. He talks about the appeal of analog watchmaking in the digital age.
Makihara Daizoh is drawing attention from around the world for crafting timepieces that embody a Japanese aesthetic. He talks about the appeal of analog watchmaking in the digital age.
2025x25 Reconnecting Hikikomori to Society: Tadaaki Furuhashi / Psychiatrist, Associate Professor, Nagoya University Episode overview
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Mar 12, 2025
Hikikomori, first seen in 90s Japan, is now a global phenomenon. In France, Tadaaki Furuhashi brought awareness and treatment, with rising cases due to social anxiety and unemployment.
Hikikomori, first seen in 90s Japan, is now a global phenomenon. In France, Tadaaki Furuhashi brought awareness and treatment, with rising cases due to social anxiety and unemployment.
2025x26 A Genocide Survivor Confronts Memories: Rithy Panh / Film Director Episode overview
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Mar 13, 2025
A Cambodian film director who survived Khmer Rouge persecution talks about the deep meaning of keeping tragic memories alive through filmmaking to pass on a message of love and peace.
A Cambodian film director who survived Khmer Rouge persecution talks about the deep meaning of keeping tragic memories alive through filmmaking to pass on a message of love and peace.
Haraguchi Akihisa leads One Village One Product in Japan to provide products from villages in Kyrgyzstan, contributing to local incomes among the stagnant economy by selling around 700 items.
Haraguchi Akihisa leads One Village One Product in Japan to provide products from villages in Kyrgyzstan, contributing to local incomes among the stagnant economy by selling around 700 items.
2025x28 New Life for the Samurai Genre: Yasuda Junichi / Film Director, Rice Farmer Episode overview
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Mar 17, 2025
Yasuda Junichi directed "A Samurai in Time," a playful film made on a shoestring budget that became a word-of-mouth hit. Yasuda, who is also a rice farmer, gives us the behind-the-scenes story.
Yasuda Junichi directed "A Samurai in Time," a playful film made on a shoestring budget that became a word-of-mouth hit. Yasuda, who is also a rice farmer, gives us the behind-the-scenes story.
Nakajima Hiromitsu makes supportive devices for world-class para-athletes such as gold medal-winning wheelchair tennis player Kamiji Yui. He talks about helping them perform at their best.
Nakajima Hiromitsu makes supportive devices for world-class para-athletes such as gold medal-winning wheelchair tennis player Kamiji Yui. He talks about helping them perform at their best.
2025x30 Meaning of Memory: Cannon Hersey / Artist, Community Builder Episode overview
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Mar 19, 2025
Cannon Hersey, grandson of the Pulitzer-Prize-winning author John Hersey, shares about his art, heritage, and why he has visited Hiroshima over 35 times while contemplating the meaning of memory.
Cannon Hersey, grandson of the Pulitzer-Prize-winning author John Hersey, shares about his art, heritage, and why he has visited Hiroshima over 35 times while contemplating the meaning of memory.
2025x31 Various Circumstances: Mayunkiki / Artist Episode overview
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Mar 20, 2025
Mayunkiki is an artist with Ainu root and began to disseminate Ainu culture. In recent years, her unique view of the world has been attracting interest not only from home but also from abroad.
Mayunkiki is an artist with Ainu root and began to disseminate Ainu culture. In recent years, her unique view of the world has been attracting interest not only from home but also from abroad.
2025x32 Reclaiming Opera With New Perspectives: Matthew Ozawa / Stage Director Episode overview
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Mar 21, 2025
Japanese American director Matthew Ozawa has been pushing the boundaries of opera throughout his career. He won acclaim for drawing on his own heritage, to free Madama Butterfly from stereotypes.
Japanese American director Matthew Ozawa has been pushing the boundaries of opera throughout his career. He won acclaim for drawing on his own heritage, to free Madama Butterfly from stereotypes.
2025x33 Overcoming Infertility Together: Yamauchi Anna / Founder and CEO, Reproductive Health Consultation Episode overview
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Mar 21, 2025
Yamauchi Anna offers fertility support in East Asia, where speaking about pregnancy is still regarded as taboo. Sharing her experiences of miscarriage, her services are expanding women's choices.
Yamauchi Anna offers fertility support in East Asia, where speaking about pregnancy is still regarded as taboo. Sharing her experiences of miscarriage, her services are expanding women's choices.
2025x34 A Home That Transcends Language and Identity: Afuso Michie / President, ABC Japan Episode overview
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Mar 24, 2025
Afuso Michie is a Japanese-Brazilian woman who runs a center in Kanagawa Prefecture that offers Japanese language classes and other services which help foreign residents find their footing.
Afuso Michie is a Japanese-Brazilian woman who runs a center in Kanagawa Prefecture that offers Japanese language classes and other services which help foreign residents find their footing.
2025x35 Tradition and Innovation in Sake Brewing: Noguchi Naohiko / Sake Master Brewer Episode overview
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Mar 25, 2025
92-year-old sake brewer Noguchi Naohiko has made significant contributions to the sake industry over his seven-decade career. He talks about carrying on old traditions while innovating new ones.
92-year-old sake brewer Noguchi Naohiko has made significant contributions to the sake industry over his seven-decade career. He talks about carrying on old traditions while innovating new ones.
2025x36 Being Bicultural in Hollywood: Miyagawa Eriko / Film & TV Producer Episode overview
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Mar 26, 2025
Miyagawa Eriko, a bilingual producer of SHOGUN, the highly acclaimed 2024 historical drama TV series set in Japan 400 years ago, talks about portraying Japan authentically in Hollywood.
Miyagawa Eriko, a bilingual producer of SHOGUN, the highly acclaimed 2024 historical drama TV series set in Japan 400 years ago, talks about portraying Japan authentically in Hollywood.
2025x37 Shaping the Future of Coffee With Direct Trade: Goto Masashi / CEO of TYPICA Episode overview
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Mar 26, 2025
Goto Masashi runs a platform linking coffee farmers and buyers directly, ensuring stable incomes despite market volatility. We asked him about the future of coffee amid climate change and challenges.
Goto Masashi runs a platform linking coffee farmers and buyers directly, ensuring stable incomes despite market volatility. We asked him about the future of coffee amid climate change and challenges.
2025x38 Bamboo for Revitalization: Singgih Susilo Kartono / Founder and Designer, Spedagi Episode overview
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Mar 27, 2025
Indonesian product designer Singgih Susilo Kartono has launched initiatives to revitalize deserted villages by producing unique products utilizing local natural resources such as bamboo.
Indonesian product designer Singgih Susilo Kartono has launched initiatives to revitalize deserted villages by producing unique products utilizing local natural resources such as bamboo.
2025x39 Sculpting Hope Beyond Centuries: Sotoo Etsuro / Sculptor of the Sagrada Familia Episode overview
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Mar 27, 2025
Sotoo Etsuro, Japanese sculptor at Sagrada Familia, has worked 47 years, interpreting Gaudi's vision and advancing the Basilica's completion, connecting past and future through sculpture.
Sotoo Etsuro, Japanese sculptor at Sagrada Familia, has worked 47 years, interpreting Gaudi's vision and advancing the Basilica's completion, connecting past and future through sculpture.
2025x40 Fight for Me, Fight for All Women: Clarisse Agbegnenou / Judoka Episode overview
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Mar 27, 2025
French judoka Clarisse Agbegnenou, a medalist at three consecutive Olympic Games and advocate towards a society where women can thrive more, continues her athletic career even after giving birth.
French judoka Clarisse Agbegnenou, a medalist at three consecutive Olympic Games and advocate towards a society where women can thrive more, continues her athletic career even after giving birth.
2025x41 Journalism for Humanity: Lesley Blume / Journalist and Author Episode overview
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Mar 28, 2025
An American journalist and author reports on nuclear victims' stories. Fallout, her masterpiece, explores how John Hersey's Hiroshima uncovered hibakusha experiences under GHQ's intense scrutiny.
An American journalist and author reports on nuclear victims' stories. Fallout, her masterpiece, explores how John Hersey's Hiroshima uncovered hibakusha experiences under GHQ's intense scrutiny.
2025x42 Tech to Predict Crime: Kajita Mami / Founder & CEO of Singular Perturbations Episode overview
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Mar 28, 2025
Kajita Mami, a former physics researcher, created a crime prediction system after being robbed in Italy. With world-leading accuracy, it is used by Brazil's police. Can it lead to a crime-free world?
Kajita Mami, a former physics researcher, created a crime prediction system after being robbed in Italy. With world-leading accuracy, it is used by Brazil's police. Can it lead to a crime-free world?
2025x43 Cracking the Complexity of Long COVID: Akiko Iwasaki / Professor of Immunobiology, Yale University Episode overview
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Mar 28, 2025
Dr. Akiko Iwasaki has devoted her career to studying vaccines, to ward off infectious diseases. She talks about breakthroughs in understanding Long COVID, and the importance of diverse voices in science.
Dr. Akiko Iwasaki has devoted her career to studying vaccines, to ward off infectious diseases. She talks about breakthroughs in understanding Long COVID, and the importance of diverse voices in science.
2025x44 Training Dogs to Save Lives Around the World: Murase Hidehiro / IRO Representative of Asia Episode overview
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Abr 16, 2025
Murase Hidehiro trains search-and-rescue dogs to save lives in disaster areas around the world. He talks about the importance of having dogs that are specifically able to respond to disasters in Asia.
Murase Hidehiro trains search-and-rescue dogs to save lives in disaster areas around the world. He talks about the importance of having dogs that are specifically able to respond to disasters in Asia.
2025x45 Picture Books for Children and Adults Alike: Miyakoshi Akiko / Picture Book Author Episode overview
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Abr 23, 2025
In 2024, Miyakoshi Akiko won a New York Times' Best Illustrated Children's Book Award. We see how she creates art, using charcoal and watercolors. And we discover the inspiration behind her work.
In 2024, Miyakoshi Akiko won a New York Times' Best Illustrated Children's Book Award. We see how she creates art, using charcoal and watercolors. And we discover the inspiration behind her work.
2025x46 Music That Nourishes the Soul: Yoshida Hirofumi / Conductor Episode overview
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Abr 30, 2025
Since 2021, Yoshida Hirofumi has been principal guest conductor of the Odesa National Academic Opera and Ballet Theater in Ukraine. He talks about what he hopes to convey through music amid conflict.
Since 2021, Yoshida Hirofumi has been principal guest conductor of the Odesa National Academic Opera and Ballet Theater in Ukraine. He talks about what he hopes to convey through music amid conflict.
2025x47 Connecting the Past and Future: Sekiguchi Itaru / Organ Builder Episode overview
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Mai 07, 2025
Sekiguchi Itaru helped to restore the pipe organ at Notre Dame in Paris, following the cathedral's fire in 2019. He tells us about his work, including the tuning and voicing of these instruments.
Sekiguchi Itaru helped to restore the pipe organ at Notre Dame in Paris, following the cathedral's fire in 2019. He tells us about his work, including the tuning and voicing of these instruments.
2025x48 The Heart of the Sutra Remixed: Akasaka Yogetsu / Meditation Music Artist, Zen Buddhist Priest Episode overview
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Mai 28, 2025
Akasaka Yogetsu, a priest with an international following, is known for combining beatboxing with Buddhist mantras. He talks about Zen philosophy and the spirit of "living in the here and now."
Akasaka Yogetsu, a priest with an international following, is known for combining beatboxing with Buddhist mantras. He talks about Zen philosophy and the spirit of "living in the here and now."
2025x49 A Suitcase that Leads the Way: Asakawa Chieko / Computer Scientist Episode overview
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Jun 04, 2025
Asakawa Chieko develops innovative products that transform the lives of the visually impaired. Asakawa, who is blind herself, introduces her greatest project yet: an AI suitcase.
Asakawa Chieko develops innovative products that transform the lives of the visually impaired. Asakawa, who is blind herself, introduces her greatest project yet: an AI suitcase.
2025x50 Illuminating the World with Hanabi: Saito Kentaro / Pyrotechnician Episode overview
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Jun 11, 2025
In 2024, a team led by Saito Kentaro won the bronze trophy as well as a special prize at the prestigious Montreal International Fireworks Competition. He talks about what fireworks mean to him.
In 2024, a team led by Saito Kentaro won the bronze trophy as well as a special prize at the prestigious Montreal International Fireworks Competition. He talks about what fireworks mean to him.
2025x51 Capturing Movement and Sense of Touch: Mizushiri Yoriko / Animation Artist Episode overview
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Jun 18, 2025
Mizushiri Yoriko won the Silver Bear in the short film competition at the 2025 Berlin International Film Festival. She talks about her passion for creating animations that evoke a sense of touch.
Mizushiri Yoriko won the Silver Bear in the short film competition at the 2025 Berlin International Film Festival. She talks about her passion for creating animations that evoke a sense of touch.
2025x52 Observing is Living: Soda Kazuhiro / Filmmaker Episode overview
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Jun 25, 2025
Filmmaker Soda Kazuhiro, whose latest work won the Best Movie Award at a film festival in 2024, tells us about the "observational" documentary style he has been championing for 20 years.
Filmmaker Soda Kazuhiro, whose latest work won the Best Movie Award at a film festival in 2024, tells us about the "observational" documentary style he has been championing for 20 years.
2025x53 Turning Ghana’s E-Waste into Treasures: Nagasaka Mago / Artist Episode overview
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Jul 02, 2025
Nagasaka Mago makes art with discarded smartphones, computers, and other e-waste from the slums of Ghana, then uses much of the proceeds to give back to the community. He talks about his vision.
Nagasaka Mago makes art with discarded smartphones, computers, and other e-waste from the slums of Ghana, then uses much of the proceeds to give back to the community. He talks about his vision.
2025x54 Breaking the Bonsai Mold: Kimura Masahiko / Bonsai Artist Episode overview
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Jul 09, 2025
Kimura Masahiko is a legend of the bonsai world who has won the Prime Minister’s Award, one of the industry’s highest honors, 27 times. He talks about creating original works that break the mold.
Kimura Masahiko is a legend of the bonsai world who has won the Prime Minister’s Award, one of the industry’s highest honors, 27 times. He talks about creating original works that break the mold.
2025x55 Japanese Ballet's Global Challenge: Yoshida Miyako / Artistic Director Episode overview
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Jul 16, 2025
Yoshida Miyako performed around the world as a Royal Ballet principal dancer, and is now a top artistic director in Japan. She explains the challenges Japanese ballet faces on the international stage.
Yoshida Miyako performed around the world as a Royal Ballet principal dancer, and is now a top artistic director in Japan. She explains the challenges Japanese ballet faces on the international stage.
2025x56 Adapting Anime Costumes for Live-Action: Nakahara Sachiko / Stylist and Costume Designer Episode overview
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Jul 23, 2025
Nakahara Sachiko translates the looks of popular Japanese anime and manga characters into costumes for live-action adaptations. She talks about making an impact on the global stage.
Nakahara Sachiko translates the looks of popular Japanese anime and manga characters into costumes for live-action adaptations. She talks about making an impact on the global stage.
2025x57 Music Beyond Genres: Sumino Hayato / Pianist Episode overview
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Jul 30, 2025
The pianist Sumino Hayato is winning international acclaim for a style that blends various genres, while remaining rooted in classical music. He tells us what he hopes to communicate through his art.
The pianist Sumino Hayato is winning international acclaim for a style that blends various genres, while remaining rooted in classical music. He tells us what he hopes to communicate through his art.
2025x58 Wastewater Research for Public Health: Kitajima Masaaki / Project Professor, Research Center for Water Environment Technology, The University of Tokyo Episode overview
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Ago 06, 2025
In 2020, Kitajima Masaaki published the world's first paper on how the spread of COVID-19 could be tracked by monitoring wastewater. He talks about making an impact on infectious disease control.
In 2020, Kitajima Masaaki published the world's first paper on how the spread of COVID-19 could be tracked by monitoring wastewater. He talks about making an impact on infectious disease control.
2025x59 Halting Desertification with Waste: Oyama Shuichi / Professor, Research Institute for Humanity and Nature / Kyoto University Graduate School Episode overview
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Ago 13, 2025
The majority of Niger, in Africa, is occupied by the Sahara, and desertification is a major problem. Oyama Shuichi introduces his method of increasing vegetation using household waste.
The majority of Niger, in Africa, is occupied by the Sahara, and desertification is a major problem. Oyama Shuichi introduces his method of increasing vegetation using household waste.
2025x60 Love, Anger, and Okinawa: Ishikawa Mao / Photographer Episode overview
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Ago 19, 2025
Ishikawa Mao is an award-winning photographer who has been documenting the lives of people in Okinawa for 50 years. She talks about what she wants to express through her work.
Ishikawa Mao is an award-winning photographer who has been documenting the lives of people in Okinawa for 50 years. She talks about what she wants to express through her work.
2025x61 Discovering an Unknown World: Yoshida Katsuji / Cave Explorer Episode overview
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Ago 26, 2025
Yoshida Katsuji investigates unexplored caves around the world, and won the Uemura Naomi Adventure Award for his achievements in Laos. He talks about the appeal of cave exploration.
Yoshida Katsuji investigates unexplored caves around the world, and won the Uemura Naomi Adventure Award for his achievements in Laos. He talks about the appeal of cave exploration.
2025x62 Giving Your All for a Moment's Action: Obikane Nobuyuki / Stunt Performer Episode overview
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Set 02, 2025
World-class stuntman Obikane Nobuyuki won an Emmy Award for his work on the hit historical TV drama series "Shogun." He talks about his techniques for achieving realistic, thrilling action.
World-class stuntman Obikane Nobuyuki won an Emmy Award for his work on the hit historical TV drama series "Shogun." He talks about his techniques for achieving realistic, thrilling action.
2025x63 Courage Through Video Game Soundtracks: Shimomura Yoko / Composer Episode overview
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Set 09, 2025
Shimomura Yoko created music for many of the world's most popular video games, and was recently awarded a BAFTA Fellowship. She explains how she writes music that captivates players.
Shimomura Yoko created music for many of the world's most popular video games, and was recently awarded a BAFTA Fellowship. She explains how she writes music that captivates players.
2025x64 Reinterpreting Rakugo from a Woman's Perspective: Hayashiya Tsuruko / Rakugo Storyteller Episode overview
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Set 17, 2025
Hayashiya Tsuruko is breaking new ground by reinterpreting the Japanese art of classic rakugo comic storytelling from a woman's perspective. She talks about her message for modern audiences.
Hayashiya Tsuruko is breaking new ground by reinterpreting the Japanese art of classic rakugo comic storytelling from a woman's perspective. She talks about her message for modern audiences.
Kurosaki Yu is a blacksmith specializing in Echizen cutlery, a 700-year-old Japanese craft. His knives are sought after by chefs in Japan and overseas. He talks about achieving ultimate sharpness.
Kurosaki Yu is a blacksmith specializing in Echizen cutlery, a 700-year-old Japanese craft. His knives are sought after by chefs in Japan and overseas. He talks about achieving ultimate sharpness.
2025x66 The Magician of Light: Matsuo Takahiro / Artist Episode overview
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Out 01, 2025
Matsuo Takahiro has gained international recognition for installations that fuse light with cutting-edge technology. He talks about how he creates his one-of-a-kind light art.
Matsuo Takahiro has gained international recognition for installations that fuse light with cutting-edge technology. He talks about how he creates his one-of-a-kind light art.
2025x67 Using Sound to Prevent Animal Accidents: Tsuji Masachika / Specially Assigned Professor, Okayama University of Science Episode overview
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Out 08, 2025
Tsuji Masachika is working on using sounds that birds dislike to keep them away from airplanes and prevent bird strikes. He talks about seeking ways for wild animals and humans to coexist in harmony.
Tsuji Masachika is working on using sounds that birds dislike to keep them away from airplanes and prevent bird strikes. He talks about seeking ways for wild animals and humans to coexist in harmony.
2025x68 Freedom at the Fingertips: Kawajiri Mei / Nail Artist Episode overview
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Out 15, 2025
Nail artist Kawajiri Mei is acclaimed by global fashion icons and artists for her boundless imagination and unique sense of humor. She tells us about the source of her inspiration
Nail artist Kawajiri Mei is acclaimed by global fashion icons and artists for her boundless imagination and unique sense of humor. She tells us about the source of her inspiration
2025x69 Self-Reliance for a More Fulfilling Life: Kadota Shunji / President, Mainstream Association Episode overview
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Out 22, 2025
Kadota Shunji has been working for many years to empower people with disabilities to live independently. His efforts have helped shape policies around the world. He talks about his journey so far.
Kadota Shunji has been working for many years to empower people with disabilities to live independently. His efforts have helped shape policies around the world. He talks about his journey so far.
2025x70 A Drop of Hope for Peace: Inoue Hiroko / President, NGO Helping Children in the Holy Land Episode overview
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Out 29, 2025
Inoue Hiroko is the president of an NGO that has been running exchange programs for young people from Israel, Palestine, and Japan for 20 years. She talks about their goals and her hope for peace.
Inoue Hiroko is the president of an NGO that has been running exchange programs for young people from Israel, Palestine, and Japan for 20 years. She talks about their goals and her hope for peace.
2025x71 Writing to Make a Dent in the World: Otani Akira / Author Episode overview
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Nov 05, 2025
In 2025, Otani Akira's book "The Night of Baba Yaga" won the UK's prestigious Dagger prize for crime fiction in translation - a first for a Japanese author. She talks about the inspiration behind her work.
In 2025, Otani Akira's book "The Night of Baba Yaga" won the UK's prestigious Dagger prize for crime fiction in translation - a first for a Japanese author. She talks about the inspiration behind her work.
2025x72 Believe in Yourself All the Way: Umemoto Ayaka / Captain, Japan Women's National Deaf Volleyball Team Episode overview
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Nov 12, 2025
Umemoto Ayaka is captain of the Japan women's national deaf volleyball team. She and her teammates, who include her twin sister Sayaka, are aiming for the gold at the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics.
Umemoto Ayaka is captain of the Japan women's national deaf volleyball team. She and her teammates, who include her twin sister Sayaka, are aiming for the gold at the 2025 Tokyo Deaflympics.
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