Hometown Stories

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   E1. Aiming for Glory: Japan's Senior Esports Team

   Jan 5, 2026 · 25m

   In northern Japan, a senior esports team with an average age of 69 is aiming high. Pushed relentlessly by their coach, more than 30 years their junior, they dream of competing in a world championship.

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   E2. The Island of Boze Deities

   Jan 27, 2026 · 26m

   Despite earthquakes and isolation, the people of Akusekijima Island work to uphold local traditions, including the mysterious Boze deities. A new generation is helping to keep those traditions alive.

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   E3. Tradition and Innovation: Tochigi's Sake Masters

   Feb 2, 2026 · 26m

   An energetic mix of brewers strives to enliven the sake scene in Tochigi Prefecture, a place not well known for its breweries. With pride and innovation, they bring new life to an ancient tradition.

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   E4. Hope at Your Fingertips

   Feb 16, 2026 · 26m

   Cancer treatments can leave a patient's fingernails weak and dark, adding to their anxiety. So a doctor opened a nail salon to help clients improve both their appearance and their outlook on life.

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   E5. A Doctor Duo: Songs to Comfort the Heart

   Feb 23, 2026 · 26m

   Two doctors in western Japan have an alter ego as the music duo Insheart, whose songs bring hope to patients and families. We follow them and the fans who find strength and comfort in their music.

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   E6. A Ten-Year-Old Takes the Reins

   Mar 2, 2026 · 26m

   In Ehime Prefecture, children on horseback take part in a 600-year-old tradition. With fewer participants each year, one strict trainer sees promise in a young rider spurred on by his love of horses.

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