This episode features a collection of onigiri rice balls that fuel artisans across Japan. From a roof tile artisan who loves rice cooked in a clay pot to beat the summer heat, to gardeners managing the Japanese garden of a museum—what kind of onigiri keeps them going? We also visit workplaces of other masters of their craft, including ink makers and metalworkers, showcasing their unique and carefully made onigiri.

Photographer Abe Satoru visits a workshop in Yamagata that makes kendama, a Japanese toy, and takes a look at the artisans' bentos. We also visit the late singer-songwriter KAN's favorite lunch spot.