FRONTRUNNERS

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   E1. Cheesemaker and Dairy Farmer: Matsubara Masanori

   Jan 7, 2026 · 28m

   Matsubara Masanori uses a natural, sustainable farming method to produce cheese that wins international prizes. His cows and goats live in the mountains, feeding on leaves and grass.

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   E2. NPO President - Shiraishi Yuriko

   Jan 21, 2026 · 28m

   92-year-old Shiraishi Yuriko teaches women in Côte d'Ivoire to make surimi, a Japanese fish paste, supporting their independence and improving nutrition across the nation.

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   E3. Pizza Entrepreneur - Masuko Yosuke

   Feb 4, 2026 · 28m

   Japanese pizza entrepreneur Masuko Yosuke is revolutionizing the restaurant industry in Vietnam and beyond, working to spread happiness through delicious food, great hospitality and green initiatives.

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   E4. Health Tech Entrepreneur - Ajima Masumi

   Feb 4, 2026 · 28m

   Health tech entrepreneur Ajima Masumi has developed an app to analyze the condition of children with developmental disorders, aiming to help them reach their potential regardless of their background.

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   E5. Wajima Lacquer Artist: Akagi Akito

   Feb 11, 2026 · 28m

   In 2024, an earthquake damaged the production of Wajima lacquerware, a tradition with a shrinking number of practitioners. Lacquer artist Akagi Akito works to pass on his skills, and revive the craft.

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   E6. Master Whisky Blender: Akuto Ichiro

   Feb 18, 2026 · 28m

   In 2024, master blender Akuto Ichiro was inducted into a prestigious international whisky Hall of Fame. His latest challenge is to produce grain whisky, using corn grown in northern Japan.

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