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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.
Episode 6 : Orthopedic Shoe Meister - Nakai Yosuke
May. 29,2024
Meet Nakai Yosuke, a qualified prosthetist and German-certified orthopedic shoe "meister" leveraging his skills to help Japanese seniors maintain their mobility and independence well into old age.
Episode 5 : Supporting Street Children - 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.
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 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 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 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.
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