Chasing Waves S01E05 · Power of the Ocean

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The raw power of the ocean is revealed as Mahina Maeda learns to surf big waves and Yuma Takanuki explores the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and a tsunami's devastating impact on the surf community in Fukushima.

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1. 1 1. Chasing the Dream2023-01-11 · 42mIn the wake of surfing's Olympic debut in Tokyo, Chasing Waves shines a spotlight on the people and places that are defining Japan's reach in the global surf culture.
2. 2 2. Weight of a Nation2023-01-11 · 44mThe weight of a nation rests on Team Japan as the athletes prepare for the upcoming Tokyo Olympics. Mahina Maeda and Kanoa Igarashi reflect on their multicultural identities.
3. 3 3. Rising Tide2023-01-11 · 40mIn the wake of surfing's Olympic debut in Japan, we learn there are two types of surfers, those who compete, and those who are "free".
4. 4 4. Legacy2023-01-11 · 47mFamily legacy is explored as surfers Sara Kohrogi and Connor O'Leary connect with their Japanese roots.
5. 5 5. Power of the Ocean2023-01-11 · 42mThe raw power of the ocean is revealed as Mahina Maeda learns to surf big waves and Yuma Takanuki explores the 2011 Tōhoku earthquake and a tsunami's devastating impact on the surf
6. 6 6. Ebb and Flow2023-01-11 · 39mAs the surfers deal with loss and setbacks, some question their pursuit of competitive surfing.
7. 7 7. Undercurrents2023-01-11 · 35mConnor O'Leary fights for a comeback on the WSL Challenger Series, facing off against Olympic silver medalist Kanoa Igarashi in France.
8. 8 8. Sea of Change2023-01-11 · 50mAs surfing becomes a permanent Olympic sport, the athletes look to the future. Mahina Maeda and Sara Kohrogi return to Japan to learn about a rite of passage they missed while grow