FRONTRUNNERS — Season 1, Episode 2: Kyoto Foraging Master - Nakahigashi Hisato

Episode synopsis

Near Kyoto, in the mountain village of Hanase, is a traditional inn with 130 years of upholding approaches to cuisine and hospitality attuned with the rich local nature and the passage of the four seasons. It is run by fourth-generation head Nakahigashi Hisato, whose refined take on wild food and foraging has made fans of some of the world's leading chefs. We follow Nakahigashi through the winter months and gain unique insights into his pioneering update on time-honored culinary lore to suit modern tastes.

About FRONTRUNNERS

FRONTRUNNERS highlights professionals at the very forefront of their field. We showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn about the challenges they face in the future.

More episodes from Season 1

• E1Prosthetics Pioneer - Usui Fumio
• E3Rope Rescue Expert - Hayashida Akihiro
• E4Children's Hospice Founder - Tagawa Hisato
• E5Vegan Washoku Chef - Kusumoto Katsumi
• E6Japanese Cheese Trailblazer - Shibata Chiyo
• E7Master Gardener - Kitayama Yasuo
• E8Helicopter Physician - Tsugita Nobuyuki
• E9Kyoto Kimono Dyer - Tabata Kihachi
• E10Thatching Innovator - Sagara Ikuya
• E11Pioneering Neurosurgeon - Kato Yoko