In summer 2022, the renowned Kanto Festival in Akita Prefecture was back after a three-year hiatus due to the Covid-19 pandemic. The traditional lantern festival is a key part of life for Kishi Toshiki, who leads a local kanto association and has taken part in the festival since he was 2 years old. Guided by the example of his late mentor, he is devoted to ensuring that children are part of this ancient event. This is a story of people struggling to carry on a tradition in the face of formidable obstacles.
| Title | Hometown Stories - Season 11 Episode 29 Lighting the Way for Tradition |
|---|---|
| Year | 2024 |
| Genre | Documentary |
| Country | Japan |
| Studio | NHK, NHK WORLD-JAPAN |
| Cast | lae astra |
| Crew | |
| Alternative Titles | |
| Keyword | way of life, hometown, culture, community spirit, social awareness, life story, working life |
| First Air Date | Feb 06, 2011 |
| Last Air date | Oct 27, 2024 |
| Season | 13 Season |
| Episode | 259 Episode |
| Runtime | 30:14 minutes |
| Quality | HD |
| IMDb: | 0.00/ 10 by 0.00 users |
| Popularity | 8.45 |
| Language | Japanese, English |
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