Hometown Stories

Season 12 Episode 9: A World Heritage Town: Past and Future

Omori Town in western Japan is located at the foot of the Iwami Ginzan Silver Mine, a UN World Heritage Site. It was once losing its population, but the number of children is now growing thanks to the town's initiatives focused on a tranquil lifestyle and interpersonal connections. More and more young families are moving there hoping to raise their children in a beautiful natural setting, and helping to nurture the community in the process.

Genre:

Documentary

Seasons:

15

Episodes:

312

Cast:

Quality:

HD

Duration:

30 min

First Air:

2011

Rating:

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