Where We Call Home

In Japan, castella cake has been popular for generations. It's the descendant of "pao-de-lo," a dessert brought to 16th-century Japan by Portuguese merchants. Also from Portugal is Paulo Duarte, a confectioner in Kyoto Prefecture who made it his mission to reintroduce Japan to "pao-de-lo." We follow his attempt at baking the "missing link" between the 2 cakes. Don't have a sweet tooth? Then tag along as we later visit the Tokyo shop of Vietnamese-born Tran Van Trung for some of his famous fish-stock ramen.

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