These filmmakers are hunting down a story in Japan

The six young filmmakers taking part in ABC iview's Race Around the World have reunited in Japan at the halfway mark of their global adventure.

Only finding out their destination with a day's notice, each filmmaker had just 10 days to find a story and produce a short film, to be judged by a panel of experts.

But we also want your two cents. From manga to life-sized dolls, catch up on every week five film, choose your favourite, and find out where they're headed next.

Take part in our audience poll at the bottom of this page, or save the scroll and click here.

Lucinda in Japan

Title: Woman V Bidet

What's it about? Japan has the cleanest and most technologically advanced toilets in the world. For most, they're a godsend. And for others, a nightmare.

Where is she headed next? Botswana

Elliot in Japan

Title: Forgotten Osaka

What's it about? For decades, Kamagasaki, now known as the Airin District, has been associated with homelessness, addiction and crime. Its reputation has made it one of Japan's most misunderstood communities. Elliot ventures into the heart of Airin and meets the community fighting to redefine itself.

Where is he headed next? Nepal

Kate in Japan

Title: Heaven is filled with femboys and cross-dressers

What's it about? Kate learns some important life lessons from men in Japan who enjoy a feminine appearance.

Where is she headed next? Scotland

Mikaela in Japan

Title: Imitations

What's it about? In Japan, imitation is rarely hidden. Does a village full of scarecrows seem more natural than Tokyo's humans?

Where is she headed next? Louisiana, USA

William in Japan

Title: It's just content.

What's it about? William found a rare and horrifying book in a small bookshop in Tokyo, and asked the owner why it exists.

Where is he headed next? Chile

Jayden in Japan

Title: Dear Sinea

What's it about? The daughter of a traditional Japanese Ama diver writes a letter to Jayden's sister Sinea, a conservationist and diver who's thinking about changing her career path because there's no money in conservation.

Where is he headed next? Timor-Leste

Pick your favourite

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Note: This poll doesn't determine the results of the show.

The poll will close on Friday, July 10, at 4:00pm.

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