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Season 2, Episode 20: Firing Up the Colors of Nature
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On this episode, we meet UK-born potter Adam Smith who lives in Nagano Prefecture. After learning Japanese-style pottery in his native country, Adam moved to Japan to further his mastery of the craft and work with glazes made from the ash of various natural elements. He's now collaborating with a vineyard to produce cups that go well with local wine. Also, yoga instructors Mukesh Thapliyal and Sina Krickhahn introduce how they adapted their workstyle to continue to teach in Japan in spite of the pandemic.
All Episodes - Season 2
Episode 1
Two Countries Linked by Tofu
Episode 2
A Meaty Thanks to Akita
Episode 3
A Pianist's Love, Loss and Life in Takasaki
Episode 4
The Pandemic Rages On
Episode 5
Say Cheese! to Life in Okinawa
Episode 6
Working Under the Pandemic
Episode 7
In Search of a Ray of Hope
Episode 8
Togo Tailored Kyoto Tradition
Episode 9
Vietnamese Vets and Hokkaido Horses
Episode 10
The Uniting Spirit of Karate
Episode 11
Eatery Adversity Into Delivery Opportunity
Episode 12
Living With Forest and Mountain
Episode 13
The Big Top of Smiles
Episode 14
Health Beyond the Wall of Words
Episode 15
To the Rescue of the Unemployed
Episode 16
A Messenger for Peace
Episode 17
Preserving a Village and Its Traditions
Episode 18
Beer Brewing in Harmony with Kyoto
Episode 19
Abroad but Not Alone
Episode 20
Firing Up the Colors of Nature
Episode 21
Business with Passion and Spice
Episode 22
Elderly Care Under the Pandemic
Episode 23
Guiding Preschoolers Through Language Barriers
Episode 24
New Country, New Life, New Dream
Episode 25
Enchanted by the Hues of Gifu
Episode 26
A New Take on a Beloved Cake