Documentary 360

Protecting Life and Hope Inside a Pediatric ICU

Inside Japan's largest pediatric ICU, critically ill children fight for survival while families face life-or-death decisions. This is a six-month record of hope, struggle, and ethical dilemmas.

Blind Spot: Unseen Neighbors

An Israeli Village: Coexistence and Conflict

Neve Shalom / Wahat Al-Salam in central Israel was founded 50 years ago as a place for Arabs and Jews to live in harmony. Explore the future of coexistence as divisions deepen after October 7, 2023.

Unsolved Cases: How Land Swindlers Deceived a Housing Giant

In 2017, a Japanese housing giant was tricked out of $50 million by land swindlers.How did the firm fail to detect the scam?We delve into the nature of the elusive network that shook the nation.

Inside the Los Angeles Wildfire Recovery

Nearly a year after a devastating Los Angeles wildfire, recovery has not been equal.Survivors face disaster capitalism and hard choices, while fighting to protect their community and their future.

The Truth Behind the "Bear Crisis"

Japan is experiencing the worst case of bear attacks on record. Together with experts, we investigate to reveal bears' changing relationship with humans‐and how we can live safely alongside them.

Mahathir: Through the Winds of 100 Years

Mahathir Mohamad turns 100. After a lifetime standing against ethnic division, colonial-era inequality, and global headwinds, what legacy does Malaysia's most enduring leader hope to leave behind?

Unsolved Cases: The Beltracchi Scandal: The Master Forger Who Fooled the World

Wolfgang Beltracchi, who scammed collectors and museums out of huge sums of money, is one of the most notorious forgers of all time. We look at the scandal that shook the art world to its core.

The Wind Phone: From Japan to the World

Originating in Japan, the phenomenon of wind phones has now spread worldwide. These special phones, which aren't connected to a telephone line, have the power to connect people with lost loved ones.

Fact-Checking America Inside PolitiFact

As claims of "fake news" spread, PolitiFact, one of the most respected fact-checkers in the U.S., examines statements coming out of Washington, offering an inside look at journalism in search of truth.

Under Occupation: The Reality of Russification

Exclusive footage takes you inside Russian-occupied areas of Ukraine. As residents are compelled to change citizenship, and even identity, they face stark choices: to adapt, remain silent, or resist.

Nosari: Gifts from the Mountain Gods

In Shiiba village, people believe that everything, good or bad, is "Nosari," a gift from the gods. This is a year-long record of mountain life that embodies the essence of traditional Japan.

Lighting the Future: The Asian University for Women

The challenges and struggles of women whose lives have been affected by factors like war or poverty are chronicled as they attend AUW in Bangladesh to gain education to become new leaders in society.

MICHIKO

Takao Michiko devoted 50 years to bridging Japan and Ukraine through ballet. She and her Kyiv-based son drove vital projects together despite the war.

Silenced Witness: Nagasaki in the eyes of a US combat artist

Nagasaki after the atomic bombing transformed US combat artist Ted Gilien.  His photos and paintings depicted the strength of the human spirit, and he devoted his life to creating art that opposed war.

Fukushima Nuclear Accident: The Secret Containment Mission

March 2011.  The worst-case scenario for the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear accident involved the evacuation of all of eastern Japan.  But a secret plan to contain the crisis was being prepared.

A Century on Film: World War II in 8K Part 1: Fervor 1937-1940

Germany and Japan's fates collide. As war erupts in 1939, wartime fervor lifts Hitler at home, Japan advances into French Indochina, US sanctions tighten, and conflict looms.

Missing Bitcoins: Inside the Mt. Gox Crypto Heist

In 2014, Bitcoins worth 470 million USD vanished from an exchange in Tokyo. Where did they go? We delve into the growing intersection of crime and state interests in the crypto world.

K2 West Face: The Legacy of Two Climbers

Two renowned Japanese alpinists died on K2 in July 2024. Why did they risk everything on Earth's second-highest peak? Their own footage reveals the courage and legacy behind the climb.

Building the Sun: The World's Largest Fusion Project

ITER is an international attempt to meet humanity's energy needs by harnessing nuclear fusion. We take you within the ITER project to see how close the technology is to becoming a reality.

Unsolved Cases: Baby Mix-ups – The Search for Lost Origins

Baby mix-ups occurred repeatedly in Japanese hospitals between the 1950s and 70s. An investigation to trace a man's biological parents brings into question the meaning of family bonds and identity.

A Century on Film: World War II in 8K Part 2: Plunder 1941-1942

It's 1942; Germany and Japan continue their rapid military advance. Ukraine and Southeast Asia are stripped of resources, but Stalingrad and Midway soon mark a major turning point.

Mt. Fuji Erupts: Are We Prepared? Part 1

The eruption of Mt. Fuji could spew 490 million cubic meters of ash over a wide area, including Tokyo. CG and dramatization, based on the latest scientific research, highlight the potential risks.  Taishi Omuro, a delivery truck driver living in Tokyo, and his wife Miyako, are eagerly awaiting the birth of their first child. But then comes some shocking news: Mt. Fuji has erupted.

Mt. Fuji Erupts: Are We Prepared? Part 2

The eruption of Mt. Fuji could spew 490 million cubic meters of ash over a wide area, including Tokyo. CG and dramatization, based on the latest scientific research, highlight the potential risks.  As volcanic ash from the eruption of Mt. Fuji reaches the Tokyo metropolitan area, causing widespread power outages, Miyako goes into labor. With ash continuing to fall, she and her family head for a maternity clinic. Will they be able to make it there safely?