｜Length : 45min. ｜Year : 2009 ｜

Bird flu is currently the center of all attention. Forty-one year old Nahoko Shindo is member of a group directly involved in the research for a solution that would put an end to the spread of the virus. She is a World Health Organization (WHO) doctor. Today, the greatest challenge for her and her colleagues is to prevent a global pandemic. To this end, the team takes various measures to contain the infection, such as identifying transmission routes and installing isolation wards. Meanwhile, at home, Shindo is a mother of two. Although she manages to balance work and family life, she flies off to other ends of the world as soon as there is news of a bird flu outbreak.

｜Length : 45min. ｜Year : 2007 ｜

Pyrotechnician, Yoichi Nomura has been sweeping to victory at fireworks competitions in Japan. He controls each light that is emitted from the fireworks perfectly. Taking a whole year to complete accurate fireworks down to the millimeter shows his intense obsession as a true craftsman. Behind his success, there was a hard 20-year preparatory period. Spending one summer with Yoichi Nomura, the pyrotechnician of matchless skills, this documentary looks at the depth of his spirit as a craftsman.

｜Length : 45min. ｜Year : 2007 ｜

Each year, Satoru Tawada one of the best guide dog trainers in Japan, has trained more than 200 guide dogs.Every dog entirely obeys Tawada, who is known for his ability to speak the dog language. He is now in charge of a guide dog trainers school in Kanagawa Prefecture. In February 2007, he performed a joint training where he and his students introduced a guide dog to a visually impaired owner.

｜Length : 45min. ｜Year : 2007 ｜

Kyoji Kikuchi is one of the best "Miya-daiku"s in Japan. The word "daiku" in Japanese means a carpenter. "Miya-daiku", however, specialises in shrines and temples. Kikuchi has been engaged in numerous wooden structures, which includes building the main hall of Motsuji Temple, designated as one of Japan's special historic sites. With traditional skills, he completes buildings which can weather the hardships for hundreds of years. This documentary focuses on his spirit and attitude towards work as a craftsman, and at the same time, as a leader.

｜Length : 28.45min ｜Year : 2023 ｜

We film unusual technical competitions held internally by industries and associations to help workers improve their skills! Follow along with our commentators and watch some incredible workmanship.

Bridal beauticians show their mastery of traditional Japanese wedding attire, including wigs and white kimono, at this annual competition. They must swiftly and precisely complete almost 400 steps to create the traditional bridal look. Contestants must dress and put make-up on their models—but personal conversation is strictly prohibited. What are the secret techniques for tying an obi belt or layering garments properly? Join us for this stunning display of skill!