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Hometown Stories

2011

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EP1 Korean Family Meals for Rural Japan Jan 07, 2024

There's a Korean restaurant in Northeastern Japan run by a woman from South Korea. She moved to the area over 30 years ago to marry a Japanese man. We follow her as she connects with local people.

EP2 A School for Two Jan 14, 2024

A shuttered elementary school reopened for just one family that moved back to their beloved hometown. We look at their joys and struggles, and local efforts to enliven a small fishing settlement.

EP3 A Mosque in a Japanese Community Jan 28, 2024

There is a mosque in western Japan where local Muslims gather to pray and seek help when they are troubled. For them, the mosque is like a second home that provides happiness and emotional support.

EP4 Nagasaki's Long-Forgotten Choir Feb 04, 2024

During World War II, a radio children's choir brought joy to its members and listeners alike. We uncovered the story of the teacher who led it, working to promote the cause of peace through music.

EP5 Conquering Peaks on One Leg Feb 18, 2024

A one-legged climber, who uses forearm crutches, aims to conquer two rugged peaks in central Japan at the same time. We find out what spurs him to take up the challenge and what views await him.

EP6 Nepalese Students Find a Taste of Home Feb 25, 2024

Nepalese students who are studying in Japan are finding community at a local store selling Nepalese goods. What challenges do they face as they pursue their dreams so far from home?

EP7 Taxi Drivers in a Tsunami-hit Town Mar 10, 2024

Twelve years after a massive quake and tsunami in northeast Japan, we followed taxi drivers in Kesennuma, one of the affected towns, to experience people's memories and hopes through their eyes.

EP8 Life Lessons by a Crystal-Clear River Mar 24, 2024

A small high school canoeing club trains hard every day. While persevering and improving their skills, they learn valuable life lessons in the clear waters of the Shimanto River in Kochi Prefecture.

EP9 Hiking Guide Connects Hearts Apr 13, 2024

A popular hiking guide in northern Japan brings smiles to the faces of all her clients. What events from her past brought her to where she is today? And what is her secret for spreading happiness?

EP10 New Approach to an Old Festival Apr 27, 2024

In Nagasaki, a group of men practice for a traditional performance so tough that some have to drop out with injuries. Under their motto of "Smile," will they succeed and pass on the custom?

EP11 Navigating a World with Words May 04, 2024

An improper diagnosis in early childhood led Shibasaki Akane to spend nearly half her life in a world without words. We follow her as she expands her horizons and moves toward an independent future.

EP12 Pearls for Remembrance May 18, 2024

Families come to Ago Bay, central Japan, to have loved ones' ashes encased in pearls. They insert them into oysters so they can grow in the sea. We explore what has made families reach this decision.

EP13 Forging Bonds Under a Starry Sky May 25, 2024

What happens when people gather to gaze at the stars? Through a variety of programs, a Japanese organization enables a broad range of participants to learn more about the universe and themselves.
5.5| 0h30m| en
Synopsis

Stories about people, stories about life. Intimate portraits of people from around Japan, each leading diverse lives while enriching lives of others.

Cast

lae astra

Director

Producted By

NHK

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Reviews

WasAnnon Slow pace in the most part of the movie.
Pacionsbo Absolutely Fantastic
Limerculer A waste of 90 minutes of my life
Ezmae Chang This is a small, humorous movie in some ways, but it has a huge heart. What a nice experience.

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