13 Season
259 Episode
Hometown Stories - Season 11 Episode 14 Finding Freedom in the Pool
Thirty years ago, a child was denied admission to a swimming school because of his disability. But 1 courageous coach reached out to help. What started with these 2 people has now grown into a school with more than 300 students, and produced a Paralympic medalist. Through it all, the coach has been there for children who had nowhere else to go, and for their anguished parents. We trace a journey of passionate dedication.
- Year: 2024
- Country: Japan
- Genre: Documentary
- Studio: NHK, NHK WORLD-JAPAN
- Keyword: way of life, hometown, culture, community spirit, social awareness, life story, working life
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- Cast: lae astra