FRONTRUNNERS

March. 22,2023 NR

Rating：

5.5

Genre：

Documentary

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Trailer Synopsis

FRONTRUNNERS highlights professionals at the very forefront of their field. We showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.

Seasons & Episode

Seasons 2 : 2024

5 Episode

Episode 1 - Master Salt Maker - Sato Kyojiro

January. 31,2024

Meet salt maker Sato Kyojiro, whose unique, naturally produced, labor-intensive creations have earned fans among Japan's leading chefs.

Episode 2 - Medical Interpreting Pioneer - Minamitani Kaori

February. 28,2024

Follow Dr. Minamitani Kaori, head of a pioneering medical center in Osaka Prefecture that is leading the way in providing care to patients from overseas with limited Japanese skills.

Episode 3 - Poet & NPO Founder - Ueda Kanayo

March. 20,2024

Meet Ueda Kanayo, an Osaka-based poet, activist and NPO founder helping disadvantaged former manual laborers to build community and discover themselves through the creative arts.

Episode 4 - Snow Country Chef - Kuwakino Keiko

April. 24,2024

Globally-renowned chef Kuwakino Keiko uses a new take on traditional methods to showcase the culture, climate and produce of Minami-Uonuma, one of the snowiest places in Japan.

Episode 5 - NGO Founder - Watanabe Hiroki

May. 01,2024

Watanabe Hiroki is co-founder of an NGO in Bangladesh. It gives long-term support to underprivileged children on the street, proving that they can make a positive contribution to society.

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