Running · 2015–
The Professionals
A documentary series that focuses on first-class professionals from various fields in Japan.
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Seasons & episodes
Season 1 · 0 episodes
Season 2015 · 24 episodes
- S2015 Special · *RERUN In Endless Pursuit of the True Artistic Flower - Mansai Nomura, Kyogen Actor
- S2015 Special · *RERUN Blazing a New Trail in Pole-and-line Fishing - Manabu Myojin, Skipjack Tuna Fisherman
- S2015 E01 · Top Gun of the Docks: Shigeru Kamiakutsu, Crane Jockey
- S2015 E02 · Cyborgs: A Future of Hope - Yoshiyuki Sankai, Robot Researcher
- S2015 E03 · Blazing a New Trail in Pole-and-line Fishing - Manabu Myojin, Skipjack Tuna Fisherman
- S2015 E04 · In Endless Pursuit of the True Artistic Flower - Mansai Nomura, Kyogen Actor
- S2015 E05 · Reviving Wardrobe Treasures - Takeru Furuta, Master Cleaner
- S2015 E06 · Yoshikazu Okazaki, Packaging Manager
- S2015 E07 · A Learner by Nature, Always - Etsuo Asano, Vegetable Farmer
- S2015 E08 · The God of Polishing - Kazuo Kobayashi, Master Metal Polisher
- S2015 E09 · Forging Ahead into the Future - Daito Manabe, Programmer/Artist
- S2015 E10 · Weaving Memories in Clothing - Takao Matsumoto, Invisible Mender
- S2015 E11 · The Human Touch - Shintaro Hayashi
- S2015 E14 · Ebola: Knowledge is Power - Ayato Takada, Virologist
- S2015 E15 · Beyond Fear Lies Hope - Atsuyuki Yamataka, Pediatric Surgeon
- S2015 E16 · Demolishing Preconceptions - Hideki Ichihara, Construction Engineer
- S2015 E17 · Special Edition: Cleaning Craftspeople
- S2015 E18 · Deli Meals from the Heart - Keiji and Sumiko Sato, Supermarket Owners
- S2015 E19 · Preserving Waterworks with Pride - Hisafumi Shogi, Waterworks Engineer
- S2015 E20 · A Life in Clocks - Keiichi Matsuura, Clocksmith
- S2015 E21 · Courageous Buyer, Passionate Salesman - Greengrocer, Teruaki Sugimoto
- S2015 E22 · Tireless Devotion to Animals' Lives - Motokazu Hasuoka, Veterinarian
- S2015 E23 · Bending Steel at Will - Koichi Kuzuhara, Line-heating Craftsman
- S2015 E24 · Ikuko Nakamura, Home Care Dietitian
Season 2016 · 18 episodes
- S2016 E01 · Treasures Lie at Your Feet - Paul Smither, Garden Designer
- S2016 E02 · The Long Way is the Best Shortcut - Tadatoshi Takayama, Liver Surgeon
- S2016 E03 · The God of Wagyu - Hidetoshi Kamada, Beef Cattle Farmer
- S2016 E04 · Moving Structures with Heart - Kentaro Ishikawa - Hikiya Building Mover
- S2016 E05 · Seeking the Ultimate in Hospitality - Hitoshi Ishihara, Chef
- S2016 E06 · Keeping it Real for Housewives - Asako Imao, Editor-in-Chief
- S2016 E07 · A Life in Each Encounter - Hideo Ito, Home-mover
- S2016 E08 · Recovering the Joy of Eating - Tamami Koyama, Nurse
- S2016 E09 · Propelling the Aerial Filming Revolution
- S2016 E10 · Lessons for Life - Chieko Nojima, Childminder
- S2016 E11 · Encounters Inspire Strength - Masamichi Yoshitsubaki, Disaster-relief Expert
- S2016 E12 · Master of Airplane Safety - Yoshio Sugimoto, Aircraft Mechanic
- S2016 E13 · Making Limbs That Walk with You - Fumio Usui: Prosthetic Limb Technician
- S2016 E14 · The Town Holds the Answers - Eiji Teramoto, Civil Servant
- S2016 E15 · A Place to be Yourself - Tadasuke Kato, Care Center Manager
- S2016 E16 · Defying Convention - Hiroshi Michiwaki, Inventor
- S2016 E17 · Protecting Mother and Child - Kazuhide Ogita, Obstetrician
- S2016 E18 · Repair Done Right - The Koyama Brothers, Auto Mechanics
Season 2017 · 17 episodes
- S2017 E01 · A Fish Seller's Spirit
- S2017 E02 · Life in Light and Shadow
- S2017 E03 · The Masters of Tsukiji Market
- S2017 E04 · Renovating Buildings, Rejuvenating Communities
- S2017 E05 · A Singular Path to Excellence
- S2017 E06 · Bringing Terminal Patients Peace of Mind
- S2017 E07 · Bringing Hidden Treasures to Light
- S2017 E08 · Tofu Taught Me How to Live
- S2017 E09 · One Story at a Time
- S2017 E10 · The Men Who Build "Hope"
- S2017 E11 · Opening New Paths to Save Young Lives
- S2017 E12 · I'll Follow This Path
- S2017 E13 · Beauty Flowering in the Heart
- S2017 E14 · Fighting for Families' Futures
- S2017 E15 · The Artisans Who Made a Luxury Train
- S2017 E16 · Exploring the Mysteries of Life
- S2017 E17 · Winning Big: Akira Matsumoto
Season 2018 · 17 episodes
- S2018 E01 · The Joy of Walking, Once More
- S2018 E02 · Taking Flight, Saving Lives
- S2018 E03 · No Risk, No Fun
- S2018 E04 · Always Joyful
- S2018 E05 · Enchantment of the Oceans
- S2018 E06 · Lacquer Is My Life: Noritake Sato, Lacquerer
- S2018 E07 · Pull Out All the Stops
- S2018 E08 · Passion in a Bowl
- S2018 E09 · The Women of Ginza
- S2018 E10 · Supporting Moms and Families: Shima Tassin, Household Helper
- S2018 E11 · A Passion for Chocolate
- S2018 E12 · The Joys of Uncertainty
- S2018 E13 · Sorting Effects and Emotions: Masatomi Yokoo, Bereavement Cleaner
- S2018 E14 · Crafting a New Tono Legend: Katsuhiko Tada, Farmer
- S2018 E15 · Capturing Fleeting Lives: Satoshi Kuribayashi, Biological Ecology Photographer
- S2018 E16 · We're Their Last Resort: Akihiro Yamamoto, Credit Union President
- S2018 E17 · Walk in the Center of a Sunny Street: Yoko Shibata, Brand Producer
Season 2019 · 21 episodes
- S2019 E01 · Shouldering Destiny, Innovating Kabuki: Ichikawa Ebizo, Kabuki Actor
- S2019 E02 · Healing Wounded Families: Akemi Tomoda, Child Neurologist
- S2019 E03 · To See Them Smile: Yukako Fukushima, Cosmetic Prosthesis Maker
- S2019 E04 · Strength and Grace: Sadako Akashi, Breast Surgeon
- S2019 E05 · Take Life at Your Own Pace: Tamaya Shobei, Karakuri Puppet Maker
- S2019 E06 · A Career Built on Passion and Connections: Daisuke Honda, Department Store Buyer
- S2019 E07 · Absolute Devotion: Isao Amano, Sushi Chef
- S2019 E08 · Unleash the Inner Light: MIKIKO, Director & Choreographer
- S2019 E09 · The Path of Conviction, Eliminating Medical Errors: Yoshimasa Nagao, Doctor/Patient Safety Department Supervisor
- S2019 E10 · Limitless Bravery, Endless Innovation: Toichi Takahashi, Master Brewer
- S2019 E11 · Following the Anko Road at Full Speed: Toshiyasu Obata, Japanese Sweets Artisan
- S2019 E12 · Saving Lives in the Countryside: Akihide Kon, Emergency Physician
- S2019 E13 · People Can Change From the Bottom Up: Tomo Okabe, Beautiful Butt Trainer
- S2019 E14 · Tradition and Revolution: Two Kings of Curry
- S2019 E15 · The Path of Meat, My Way: Yoshinobu Niiho, Meat Shop Owner
- S2019 E16 · Through Hair, I Fashion Better Lives!: Takuya Takagi, Hair Stylist
- S2019 E17 · Life as a Geisha: Ikuko Akasaka, Geisha
- S2019 E18 · Climbing Higher - The World's Best Cleaning: Haruko Niitsu, Cleaner
- S2019 E19 · Giving Electronics "Life" Until the Very End: Kazumi Imai, Electronics Shop Owner
- S2019 E20 · Strength in Weakness: Taizo Shibano, Gelato Artisan
- S2019 E21 · My Work Is Never Done: Miyuki Nishimura, Medical Instrument Developer
Season 2020 · 22 episodes
- S2020 E01 · Giving Brings Hope: Ippei Torii, Foreign Worker Advocate
- S2020 E02 · Knives Made with Heart and Soul: Katsumi Sakashita, Knife Sharpener
- S2020 E03 · Aiming for the Point of Perfection: Hajime Yoneda, Chef
- S2020 E04 · Supporting Families with a New Endeavor: Shima Tassin, Household Helper
- S2020 E05 · Serving Joy - The Resolve of a Mother: Hiroe Higuchi, Hotel Executive Chef
- S2020 E06 · Be Yourself, and Live with a Smile: Hideo Honda, Psychiatrist
- S2020 E07 · To the Deep! 9 Days of Adventure: Shinkai 6500
- S2020 E08 · The Children Have the Answers: Imoto Haruhisa, Maths Teacher
- S2020 E09 · One Animal at a Time, One Step at a Time: Tamukai Kenichi, Veterinarian
- S2020 E10 · Charmed by a Magical Flower: Washizawa Koji, Plant Breeder
- S2020 E11 · A Career Built on Passion and Connections 2020: Honda Daisuke, Department Store Buyer
- S2020 E12 · A Life That Shines From the Shoes Up: Hasegawa Yuya, Shoeshiner
- S2020 E13 · Embracing Beauty as Self-Care: Kanzaki Megumi, Beautician
- S2020 E14 · Fighting for Survival
- S2020 E15 · Enjoy Home Cooking with Professional Recipes
- S2020 E16 · Enjoy Home Cooking with Professional Recipes 2
- S2020 E17 · The Tale of Granny Mochi: Kuwata Misao
- S2020 E18 · Starting a Rural Revolution: Iwasa Toru, Editor
- S2020 E19 · A Savory Pancake Greater Than Its Parts: Ichii Kaoru, Okonomiyaki Chef
- S2020 E20 · Always Stay Humble and True to Yourself: Shimada Yoshihiko, Western Cuisine Chef
- S2020 E21 · New Seas for the Barefoot Captain: Tashiro Seiichiro, Fishing Boat Captain
- S2020 E22 · The Battle Has Just Begun: Kasahara Kei, Infectious Disease Specialist
Season 2021 · 18 episodes
- S2021 E01 · One Step Forward, Together: Sekine Shuichiro, Labor Union Manager
- S2021 E02 · Living Life Feeling Alive: Hasegawa Hiroki, Fish Broker
- S2021 E03 · Keeping Things Running: Omori Toru, Bus Driver
- S2021 E04 · For a Dish That Will Fill Hearts with Wonder: Kawada Tomoya, Chinese Cuisine Chef
- S2021 E05 · Picking Yourself Up to Carry Dreams: Take Yusuke, Garbage Collector
- S2021 E06 · Alongside the Sky, Land, and Sheep: Sakai Shingo, Shepherd
- S2021 E07 · Uncovering the Past Through Boundless Curiosity: Baba Ryoji, Restorer of Cultural Properties
- S2021 E08 · The All-Or-Nothing Battle of the Lone Wolf: Saito Tomofumi, Italian Cuisine Chef
- S2021 E09 · True Partnership: Kaida Hiroshi, Search and Rescue Dog Trainer
- S2021 E10 · Do Something Anyone Can Do To the Fullest: Shingai Koichiro, Futon Craftsman
- S2021 E11 · Seeds Always Sprout: Kobori Natsuka, Vegetable Buyer
- S2021 E12 · A Cool Job Done by a Cool Man
- S2021 E13 · Smiles in Every Drop: Saito Mayu, Winemaker
- S2021 E14 · Forging Swords, Forging Oneself: Yoshihara Yoshindo, Katana Swordsmith
- S2021 E15 · Caring for Each and Every Parcel: Nagasawa Kota, Delivery Driver
- S2021 E16 · A Life-Changing Encounter: Hashimoto Kazue, Salesperson
- S2021 E17 · Creation Is Life: Tsujimura Shiro, Ceramic Artist
- S2021 E18 · It's Alright to Take a Detour in Life: Nishihara Kinzo, Patissier
Season 2022 · 12 episodes
- S2022 E01 · In Pursuit of Self-Improvement: Akimasa Nakao, Pancreatic Surgeon
- S2022 E02 · The Unstoppable Pursuit of the Perfect Tuna: Fukushima Kazuhiko, Bluefin Tuna Farmer
- S2022 E03 · Guarding the Road of Life: Ueno Toshio, Traffic Guard
- S2022 E04 · Put Your Heart Into Every Moment: Nakayama Yumiko, Airport Ground Staff
- S2022 E05 · Fighting COVID-19 on the Frontlines: Takeda Shinhiro, ICU Doctor
- S2022 E06 · Checking His Answers, All His Life: Kobayashi Toru, Garden Landscaper
- S2022 E07 · Protecting the World with a Single Rope: Yamaguchi Takaharu, Civil Engineer
- S2022 E08 · Risking Your Life, Recycling Life: Katagiri Kunio, Trap Hunter
- S2022 E09 · This Is Where I Belong: Kawaguchi Kana, Social Entrepreneur
- S2022 E10 · The Last Samurai of the Far North: Tanikawa Rokuya, Neurosurgeon
- S2022 E11 · A Craftsman's Dream at 85: Iwai Makoto, Lathe Turner
- S2022 E12 · A God Never Wastes Nor Abandons: Toyoshima Masanobu, Yakiniku Restaurant Employee
Season 2023 · 7 episodes
- S2023 E01 · The Quiet Joy of Unsung Support: Onishi Toshio, Copy Editor
- S2023 E02 · The Nameless Ace, Fighting on the Frontline: Narcotics Agent X
- S2023 E03 · Making Little Wishes Heard: Sasaki Miwa, Child Life Specialist
- S2023 E04 · Putting Pride and Passion Into Every Fish: Maeda Naoki, Fish Shop Owner
- S2023 E05 · A Traveling Family, Keeping Spring Alive: Fujii Takaharu, Beekeeper
- S2023 E06 · Never Wavering on His Path: Yamagishi Masaaki, Pediatric Cardiac Surgeon
- S2023 E07 · Two Masters of Cinema: Yamada Yoji and Yoshinaga Sayuri
Season 2024 · 8 episodes
- S2024 E01 · A Tiny Universe in the Palm of Your Hand: Honda Tsuneyuki, Toy Developer
- S2024 E02 · Making Barriers No Longer Barriers: Ochiai Yoichi, Researcher
- S2024 E03 · Connecting the Heart to Hope: Yamamoto Takumi, Reconstructive Supermicrosurgeon
- S2024 E04 · Vessels of Unbreakable Spirit: The Professionals of Noto
- S2024 E05 · Stitching Wishes Together, Tailoring Myself: Murakami Rui, Shoe Repair Artisan
- S2024 E06 · The Courage to Look at the Unseen Future: Baba Masataka, Architect
- S2024 E07 · The Rising Sun of Cancer Treatment: Yasufuku Kazuhiro, Thoracic Surgeon
- S2024 E08 · Behind the Scenes: Detective Conan - Aoyama Gosho, Manga Artist
Season 2025 · 3 episodes
- S2025 E01 · Putting Himself Into Every Grain: Seki Tomoharu, Rice Farmer
- S2025 E02 · Chasing Hope in Africa: Kumon Kazuko, Pediatrician
- S2025 E03 · Going Beyond Three Stars: Kobayashi Kei, French Cuisine Chef
Season 2026 · 4 episodes
- S2026 E01 · kensuke ushio: Letting the Music Just Be There
- S2026 E02 · From the Kitchen, With Every Family in Her Heart: Kajiwara Masako, Supermarket Deli Dish Director
- S2026 E03 · The Man Favored by the Tuna of the Tsugaru Strait: Kikuchi Takeichi, Tuna Fisherman
- S2026 E04 · A Life of Ramen and Taking the Long Road: Mori Toshiaki, Ramen Shop Owner
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