Face To Face (Season 12)

In conversation with... Japan expert Robert Campbell sits down with individuals from all walks of life whose drive and perspectives are changing Japan.

  • Poster for Hiromi: Sailing the Sea of Music

    Hiromi: Sailing the Sea of Music (Episode 1)

    Air date: 2026-02-21

    Runtime: 28 min

    Overview: Captivating audiences around the world, Hiromi is one of Japan's leading pianists. Exclusive backstage footage and a special performance reveal her musical world and the challenges behind it.

  • Poster for Yoshioka Sarasa: Preserving Japan's Ancient Colors

    Yoshioka Sarasa: Preserving Japan's Ancient Colors (Episode 2)

    Air date: 2026-03-21

    Runtime: 28 min

    Overview: Yoshioka Sarasa revives ancient plant-based colors in Kyoto. As natural dyes grow scarce, she preserves their legacy while creating layered works that reveal new dimensions of nature's hues.

  • Poster for Iwaoka Yoji: Preserving Ramen Culture

    Iwaoka Yoji: Preserving Ramen Culture (Episode 3)

    Air date: 2026-06-17

    Runtime: 28 min

    Overview: Iwaoka Yoji brought together Japan's diverse ramen traditions by creating the world's first ramen-themed amusement park.He explores how this dish became one of Japan's most enduring cultural icons.

Face To Face