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Season 4, Episode 7: Bound in Heart by Sumo
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On this episode, we step into the ring to meet Gantugs Rentsendorj from Mongolia, a coach for the sumo club of a famous high school in Tottori Prefecture. His dream of a professional sumo career cut short by injury, Gan now imparts his passion for the Japanese national sport to young aspiring wrestlers. We join him and his students as they prepare for an upcoming national high-school tournament. We also drop by Nagano Prefecture to visit Bangladeshi Shovon Majumder, an IT engineer who develops innovative solutions.
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