A 5-minute documentary series unraveling the diversity of Japanese society based on statistical data. Each episode starts with the line "one out of every Japanese is...," focusing on a certain demographic.
Episodes Season Season 2 · 0/10 Season 1 · 0/10 0/10 watched · 2026 S02E01 1/100: Men Who Took Parental Leave 2026-02-17 5m
Only one in seven fathers take parental leave in Japan, mostly only for under two weeks. This episode follows a man who took a full year off to raise two children, revealing a slice of modern Japan. more S02E02 1/25: Men Who Wear Makeup Daily 2026-02-17 5m
In Japan, one in 25 men now wear makeup daily. This episode follows a web designer in his 30s whose makeup journey began from wanting to hide skin damage, but led to deeper personal changes. more S02E03 1/23: Sleep Disorder Among Youth 2026-02-18 5m
Delayed Sleep-Wake Phase Disorder is common among youth, causes extremely late sleep and wake times disrupting work or school life. We meet young sufferers who seek more flexible lifestyles. more S02E04 1/23: Multi-Location Living 2026-02-18 5m
One in 23 people in Japan practice multi-location living. We follow a woman who works as a graphic designer in Tokyo and runs a café in Yamanashi. What joys has she found through this lifestyle? more S02E05 1/85: Sign Language Interpreters 2026-02-19 5m
There is only one certified sign language interpreter for every 85 people with hearing / speech disabilities. But tough exams and low pay means newcomers are few, yet vital for the deaf community. more S02E06 1/17: Young Carers 2026-02-19 5m
One in 17 students in Japan are Young Carers: children or youth under 30 who provide excessive family care. This episode follows two young carers and shares life lessons from their stories. more S02E07 1/1800: Stranded On Mountains 2026-02-23 5m
A hike can turn unsafe very quickly. In 2023, Japan saw a record high of 2,761 mountain accidents. We follow a veteran hiker lost and injured for six days, revealing how he ultimately survived. more S02E08 1/19: Elderly People Living Alone 2026-02-23 5m
In Japan 6.7 million or one in 19 seniors aged 65+ live alone. In a remote village, the only grocery shop supports the elderly living alone. We find out why one widowed woman is happiest now. more S02E09 1/27: Pupils Not Attending School 2026-02-24 5m
In 2023, one in 27 children in Japan was not attending school, a record high. But children at one free school enjoy themselves. Seeing them thrive reminds adults to see matters from a child's view. more S02E10 1/5: Oshi-Katsu (Fan Activities) 2026-02-24 5m
Oshi-Katsu is the fan support of idols / characters through real and social means, which one in five Japanese adults take part in. We explore how this zealous fandom gives life purpose to one woman. more 
