Where We Call Home

In the village of Yamakogawa in Chiba Prefecture, Brazilian Joken Fernandes trains at a temple to be a Buddhist priest. Zen meditation, reading sutras and chores are part of his rigorous daily routine, but Joken faces a bigger challenge. As future head priest, he must earn the trust of the local community that supports the temple. We follow Joken as he prepares a meditation workshop for the villagers. We also meet Indonesian Amani Amiroh who runs an amusement park souvenir shop in Nasu, Tochigi Prefecture.

All Episodes - Season 4

Episode 1

Fostering the Future of the Countryside

Episode 2

Hunting with Reverence for Life and Nature

Episode 3

Hitting the Powdery Backcountry in Safety

Episode 4

Caring for Patients Like Family

Episode 5

Life Lessons Learned Through Play

Episode 6

Preserving the Memories of 3.11

Episode 7

Bound in Heart by Sumo

Episode 8

Chin Up! Let's Dance!

Episode 9

Two-Wheelers Like None Other

Episode 10

In Search for the Taste of Yashiostan

Episode 11

Bridging Cultural Gaps in Work and Life

Episode 12

For Little Smiles Beyond the Ocean

Episode 13

Never Give Up, Your Chance Will Come

Episode 14

A Ugandan Teen's Big-league Dream

Episode 15

Keeping the Fire of Folkcraft Burning

Episode 16

Glamping Mongolian Style

Episode 17

Happiness Rests on the Clouds

Episode 18

Living It Slow in Rural Japan

Episode 19

A Crafter of Wheelchairs and Smiles

Episode 20

A Fresh New Breeze in Glass Art

Episode 21

A Brazilian's Journey to Buddhist Priesthood

Episode 22

A World of Home Flavors in Saitama

Episode 23

Kayla's Festival of Friendship

Episode 24

When Horse, Rider and Bow Become One

Episode 25

Pastor Istvan's Botanical Blessings

Episode 26

A Personal Chef with a Personal Touch