Document 72 Hours

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469 total episodes

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16 seasons

First Aired October 03, 2006

Overview

An unusual documentary series that delves into human dramas through chance encounters with ordinary people at selected spots. Filmed over 72 hours in a single location, the show captures glimpses into people's lives as they open up and share their stories. Japanese Broadcast Version

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The Never-Sleeping Bakery: A Gift for Christmas Eve

Season 9 - Episode 2 - 1h 30m

Air Date

January 19, 2018

Overview

In a residential area in Koto Ward, Tokyo, is a bakery open 24 hours a day. Their Danish Bread, rich with butter and fresh cream, sells over 1,000 loaves each day. Many people come to buy this bread not only for themselves, but as gifts for others as well. From people sending it as a casual present to friends and family, to businessmen buying it as a thank-you gift, we spend 3 days looking at who buys this sweet, delicious bread.