Rhys Darby in Japan

Rhys learns the tricks of the trade from Japan's #1 mascot, battles a roboticist, experiences the relaxation of forest bathing, and trains with a samurai master.

Rhys doubles his efforts to break into the Japanese entertainment industry by getting a brand designed, and by enrolling in mascot school.

Rhys learns what makes Japanese audiences tick from a pair of comedy masters, and he puts on a comedy show of his own. Also, Pabu-chan is revealed to the world.

The popularity of Pabu-chan grows at the Sapporo Snow Festival. Rhys also travels to the Okinawa Islands in search of cherry blossoms.