Culture Crossroads

When disaster strikes, residents of Japan from other countries need clear and accurate information. A case study of a Brazilian community hit by flooding offers insights.

The COVID-19 has affected Muslims in Japan. The situation coincided with Ramadan, making it tougher due to self-isolate. Meet some of Muslims to find how they coped with the situation.

As foreign students in Japan struggle to overcome the crisis brought on by the pandemic, a Japanese language school and an employment agency take on new approaches to provide them with support.

Pandemic-era Japan's foreign residents are more isolated than ever. Take a look at the efforts of Kalakasan, a group empowering immigrant women, and a teacher who supports foreign students in Yamaguchi.

In this episode, hazard map which shows potential danger would be focused.

In this episode, we learn how to evacuate in the midst of disaster.

Plastic waste is a problem worldwide, and Japan is one of the worst offenders. We find out what is happening in Kamakura with its zero plastic waste policy, and what the future holds for bio plastic.

Looking at the theme of Japanese kite culture through a Niigata kite battle and a craftsman in a traditional shop. The reporter tries to make and fly a kite, but it may be difficult to get it off the ground.

In this episode, we learn from Great Hanshin Earthquake in 1995 in Kobe.

Features the story behind the song 'Flowers Will Bloom' which was created to support those affected by the 2011 Great East Japan Earthquake.