Chasing Waves
Overview
Chasing Waves immerses viewers in Japan's vibrant surf culture, showcasing the dynamic interplay between tradition and modernity. The docu-series profiles a diverse array of characters, from innovative trendsetters to dedicated traditionalists, revealing the complexities of the global surfing scene. Audiences will meet Australian-Japanese surfer Connor O’Leary, freestyle surfers, Olympic contenders, and entrepreneurs striving to carve out their niche in this thrilling world. With stunning visuals and personal stories, the series captures the essence of surfing and its evolving identity in Japan's rich landscape.
Episodes
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1
Chasing the Dream
Following surfing's inaugural appearance at the Tokyo Olympics, Chasing Waves explores the individuals and locations that are shaping Japan's influen...
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2
Weight of a Nation
As the Tokyo Olympics approach, Team Japan feels the immense pressure of representing their country. Athletes Mahina Maeda and Kanoa Igarashi take a m...
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3
Rising Tide
Following surfing's inaugural appearance at the Olympics in Japan, we discover that surfers can be divided into two distinct groups: the competitors w...
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4
Legacy
In this episode, surfers Sara Kohrogi and Connor O'Leary delve into their ancestral heritage, uncovering the rich Japanese traditions that shape thei...
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5
Power of the Ocean
Mahina Maeda discovers the thrilling challenge of riding massive waves while Yuma Takanuki investigates the catastrophic effects of the 2011 Tōhoku e...
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6
Ebb and Flow
Amidst the challenges of grief and disappointment, the surfers begin to reevaluate their commitment to the competitive surfing scene. As they navigate...
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7
Undercurrents
Connor O'Leary aims to reclaim his position in the WSL Challenger Series as he competes against Olympic silver medalist Kanoa Igarashi in a dramatic ...
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8
Sea of Change
With surfing officially added to the Olympic roster, the athletes contemplate what lies ahead. Mahina Maeda and Sara Kohrogi head back to Japan to ex...
