Zao in northeastern Japan is one of Japan's top ski resorts. Along with excellent powder, Zao's mountains are known for their stunning natural scenery. On this program, we focus on people dedicated to sharing the wonders of Zao's harsh yet beautiful winters with others. One is a 91-year-old ski instructor who teaches other seniors. There's also a photographer who has spent decades photographing the area's fantastic snow-covered trees.

Kana Sugamoto brings dreams to life by helping people raise funds through crowdfunding. In her teens, she had suffered from an eating disorder and recovered with support from her family and friends. It's now her turn to encourage and support others as they try to realize their dreams using crowdfunding. From young fishermen in a remote island to students at an agricultural high school, Sugamoto travels all over the country to help with projects that promote the appeal of rural Japan.