EXCLUSIVE: Japanese model Hikari Mori will present the launch episode of Seasons, a multi-platform CNN series dropping this week.
Warner Bros. Discovery’s news network has developed the series to work across platforms, going live digitally today.
A 30-minute TV show that looks to understand the people, craftsmanship, innovation and strategy driving highly sought after items and the most in-demand things to do will debut on Saturday (September 6) on CNN International.
Stories include looks at an invitation-only restaurant to the ancient sensory ritual of matcha. The first episode will see Mori go inside the mind of Takashi Murakami, the Japanese creative artist, as he prepares for an exhibition in Seoul, Korea. Mori will also explore how Japan’s pop culture keeps continues to set trends in art, fashion and design.
“I am deeply inspired by the awareness and appreciation of the seasons, and by how profoundly they shape culture and tradition,” said Mori. “In Japan, the seasons hold a central place in daily life – whether in the art of haiku, in food culture, in colors and fabrics, or in the choice of materials. Many of the country’s rituals and traditions remain closely tied to the rhythm of the natural world.
“I believe that in today’s fast-paced world, we can learn to live more meaningfully by observing how Japanese artisans create in harmony with seasonal cycles. It is an honor for me to serve as the storyteller for CNN’s first episode of Seasons, sharing this timeless connection between nature, culture, and creativity.”
Following the launch episode and the initial digital and social content that comes with it, episode two will shift focus to Europe and have a new host.
Ellana Lee, Group Senior Vice President, GM APAC, and Global Head of Productions at CNN says: “From exclusive collaborations and underground movements to immersive experiences and viral editions, Seasons captures what’s resonating right now. This isn’t just about luxury – it’s about the evolving tastes of a generation that values rarity, relevance, and story above all.
“Encapsulating the trends sweeping the world, audiences can stay up to date through short video explainers of what’s capturing the moment or enjoy a beautiful, in-depth TV show. Hikari Mori is the ideal host for the first episode of Seasons as she brings passion and authority to her narration and is immersed in both Japanese culture and the luxury sector through her affiliation with global brands.”