Hometown Stories Season 2

June. 29,2012      
Rating:
5.5
Trailer Synopsis

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

Episode 2 : The Luminous Forest
September. 17,2012
At the end of each summer, for a brief period, part of this mountain becomes a "forest of light" from mysterious lights emitted by mushrooms, fallen leaves, and tree trunks. Last summer, a team of scientists stepped into the forest to uncover its luminous mysteries.
Episode 1 : Questioning Nuclear Power
June. 29,2012
A picturesque town with a slumping economy was torn by the lure of nuclear energy. Should the people accept the construction of a nuclear power plant, in the hope it will help fund their future? Or continue to struggle in bountiful nature, free of the risks of radiation? We get a close look at their 40-year dilemma.

Seasons

Season 13
Season 13 2024
Season 12
Season 12 2023
Season 11
Season 11 2022
Season 10
Season 10 2021
Season 9
Season 9 2020
Season 8
Season 8 2019
Season 7
Season 7 2018
Season 6
Season 6 2017
Season 5
Season 5 2016
Season 4
Season 4 2015
Season 3
Season 3 2013
Season 2
Season 2 2012
Season 1
Season 1 2011

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