Where We Call Home
People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships they face in Japanese society.
7. Bound in Heart by Sumo
0.0May 1, 2023 · 27 min
On this episode, we step into the ring to meet Gantugs Rentsendorj from Mongolia, a coach for the sumo club of a famous high school in Tottori Prefecture. His dream of a professional sumo career cut short by injury, Gan now imparts his passion for the Japanese national sport to young aspiring wrestlers. We join him and his students as they prepare for an upcoming national high-school tournament. We also drop by Nagano Prefecture to visit Bangladeshi Shovon Majumder, an IT engineer who develops innovative solutions.