Masahiro Tsurumaki
Director
3-Day Dare*Devils (2018)
Season 1
In this new entertainment-type documentary, challengers from Asian countries come all the way to Japan and go through difficult experiences for just 3 days. By seeing the challenger's struggles, you will come to understand the enthusiasm of the Japanese and what they value. Through the eyes of the daredevil, you'll discover another side of Japan you've never seen before.
Released Feb. 26, 2018
Episode 15 min
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S1E1 - Behind the Scenes of the Ultimate EKIBEN
Softpomz from Thailand dives into the behind the scenes of the ultimate Ekiben. Will she be able to convey the ekiben staff’s passion to the customers?
Feb. 26, 2018, midnight
S1E2 - YUKIGUNI - Deep into Japan's Snowland
Softpomz from Thailand experiences the life in the deep snow of freezing Gokayama, a World Heritage Site where residents spend their winters in snow over 2 meters deep.
Feb. 26, 2018, midnight
S1E3 - A Heavenly Onsen Beyond the Cliffs of Hell
The region around Kinugawa is famous for its hot spring resorts, but deeper in the mountains you can find wild hot springs in a remote valley. Edho Zell, a popular influencer from Indonesia, makes his way up steep cliffs to find a genuine legendary onsen.
May 16, 2018, midnight
S1E4 - Ultra-High-Pressure Wash of a Colossal Shrine
A daredevil travels to the city of Kofu to experience Japan's ultra-high-pressure washer and cleans the region's largest shrine before a big festival. The daredevil: Edho Zell from Indonesia.
May 23, 2018, midnight
S1E5 - Ultimate Haul: Total House Relocation
Hikiya is a traditional technique used in Japan to move houses without having to dismantle them. Since the tsunami of March 2011, hikiya specialists have been relocating structures all over northeastern Japan to help with reconstruction. A daredevil from Vietnam rises to the challenge and joins a hikiya team.
Sept. 12, 2018, midnight
S1E6 - The Extreme World of Vending Machines
The daredevil for this episode: Oops Banana from Vietnam - A social media influencer with 2 million subscribers. Every day, millions of vending machines across Japan dispense beverages, food and other goods to commuters and travelers on the go.
Sept. 19, 2018, midnight
S1E7 - My "Deer" Friends: Guardians of Nara
Anisha Rickshawali travels to Japan's ancient capital of Nara to find out more about the coexistence between humans and the ubiquitous deer. The cute animals are a major tourist attraction, but they aren't always as peaceful as they seem. Over 3 days, Anisha will participate in the work of a deer shelter, help a farmer protect his crops, and hunt for the animals' favorite food. Will she rise to the challenge and succeed?
Dec. 5, 2018, midnight
S1E8 - Quest for the Ultimate Wasabi
Anisha Rickshawali travels to the town of Hikimi in Shimane Prefecture to explore Japan's wasabi culture. She embarks on an adventurous journey through the forests and the Sea of Japan coast to learn how the plant is cultivated, and how as a condiment it's a perfect match for different types of food. Her last mission will be a trek in the mountain in search of the region's very best wasabi. Will she rise to the challenge and succeed?
Dec. 12, 2018, midnight
Network: NHK WORLD-JAPAN
Episode Runtime: 15 min.
Season Runtime: 15 min.
Released: Feb. 26, 2018
Last Air Date: March 23, 2022, midnight
Status: Ended
Certification: NR
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