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On Stage
2022

2024 World Media Festivals Gold  The public theater dance company “Noism Company Niigata,” the only of its kind in Japan, calls the city of Niigata home. The director of “Noism,” Jo Kanamori, is a performer and choreographer with global acclaim. With a career spanning 16 years, for the first time, Kanamori announced that the theme ...
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On-Chan Season 2
2010

Shanghai TV Festival International Animation Nominated, 2008 New York Festival Finalist, 2009 Banff World TV Festival Nominated, 2009 On-chan is an educational animation program for young children. The episodes are filled with laughter and lessons for young viewers as well as a variety of very loveable characters. See how On-chan and his pet Guchi explore ...
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Guriri
2011 23 min

Guriri is a cute character who lives in a forest in Miyagi Prefecture. He has adventures with all his furry forest friends, and you can join in the fun songs, dancing, drawing, and joking with them! The characters also have an important message for kids about what they can do to help the environment, like ...
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On-chan Season 1
2008

Shanghai TV Festival International Animation Nominated, 2008 New York Festival Finalist, 2009 Banff World TV Festival Nominated, 2009 On-chan is an educational animation program for young children. The episodes are filled with laughter and lessons for young viewers as well as a variety of very loveable characters. See how On-chan and his pet Guchi explore ...
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Fill Me In!
2023 30 min

Actor Sousuke Ikematsu is 33 and single. Having grown up as one of four siblings and the son of the owners of a preschool, he has some experience with entertaining children. “I want to become an adult that children feel comfortable with,” he says. So, what happens when he’s suddenly given the challenge of entertaining ...
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Love Stories from Fukuoka
2020 50 min

Love Stories from Fukuoka is a yearly TV drama that is aired around St. Valentines Day. Viewers from Fukuoka city, the capital of Japan’s southern island of Kyushu, send in stories of their own experiences with love, loss, and longing. The program features many actors, celebrities, and athletes who all have ties to Fukuoka, including a few members of the popular Japanese girl group AKB48. The program has continued for a number of years and has became another romantic Valentine’s tradition.

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-->  Love Stories from Fukuoka is a yearly TV drama that is aired around St. Valentines Day. Viewers from Fukuoka city, the capital of Japan's southern island of Kyushu, send in stories of their own experiences with love, loss, and longing. The program features many actors, celebrities, and athletes who all have ties to Fukuoka, ...
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The Detective’s Bento
2022 12 mins

Gendoji Daigo is a private detective who loves mysteries and food. The police request his services whenever a case involving food arises, and his hobby is cooking dishes inspired by mystery novels and famous detectives. For some deep-rooted reason, he cannot eat food that is prepared by someone else, so he brings his own bento ...
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Manga Food Restaurant
2018 55 min

This series follows two fictional characters, Kenjiro Tabe, an office worker with a passion for food found in manga, and Chinatsu Yamamoto, his subordinate. Together, the pair visit real-life restaurants challenging chefs to recreate various meals featured in legendary gourmet mangas. From a monster-sized 20 cm x 20 cm steak to a fried croquette with ...
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Boys & Men Japanesque
2019 10 min

BOYS AND MEN is a popular male idol group in Japan. In this new series, they rediscover and report on Japan by experiencing firsthand Japanese pop culture, traditional culture, and craftsmanship, highlighting many of Japan's charms. In episode 1, for example, they introduce how Japanese swords are made. Click here to preview the program!
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Hatsune Miku- Magical Mirai 2018
2018 55 mins

This program showcases the 2018 concert of Hatsune Miku, an internationally famous vocaloid character. The first half of the program shows an interview of the creators of the concert, while the second half shows the concert itself. Get ready to dance and sing along to more of the irresistible tunes and beats brought to you ...
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Hatsune Miku – Magical Mirai 2017
2017 50 min

Hatsune Miku is a world famous Japanese vocaloid character who performs in front of a live audience. In this program, we will take a look at her 2017  concert. In the first section of the program, the creators of the show will be interviewed, revealing behind-the-scenes secrets about our adorable blue-haired idol.  In the second ...
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House on Diet
2017 30 mins

Does your house have too much stuff? In this unique program, we will introduce effective methods to extract "fat" from your house. To live comfortably, getting rid of unnecessary things -or "fat"- is key. With useful advice from the "House Diet Coach", various families will select what they really need and what they have to ...
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Century-Old Historic Houses
2011 60 mins

In this show, famous Japanese actors Norito Yashima and Riho Makise visit old historic houses. The houses range from celebrity houses to time-honored restaurants, and VIP guest houses. Watch as they marvel at the different architectural wonders they encounter in each episode, and explore the varying histories behind each pillar, window, roof, and wall. Each ...
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Let’s Have Fun!
2018 60 mins

This program is an entertaining and informative travel show, that introduces various "good trips" people can enjoy all around Japan. From wonderful leisure spots, views, and traditional lodgings, to local cuisine, it's all here! Information on seasonal activities and food is also provided, and the fun and energetic hosts even interview tourism experts and local store owners ...
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GOOD JOB IN JAPAN
2018 28 mins

This program explores the different jobs in Japan through the eyes of a young woman from Hong Kong. Every episode displays her encountering a new job, and learning its ins and outs through experiencing it with a different member of a Japanese boy idol group called "Boys and Men". Despite being the hosts of the show, they are ...
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Japanese Dream
2018 15 minutes

This program picks up unique individuals with enthusiasm and strong visions for the future. The program aims to motivate the viewers to achieve their own goals, and to “try again tomorrow”. It may make you think about who or what you are working hard for, and what you shouldn’t give up on.

--> This program picks up unique individuals with enthusiasm and strong visions for the future. The program aims to motivate the viewers to achieve their own goals, and to “try again tomorrow”. It may make you think about who or what you are working hard for, and what you shouldn’t give up on.
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10-JIN ACTOR
30 minutes

Follow the growth of 10 idols from Fukuoka, as they try to gain nationwide popularity! In 2014, 260 handsome men were scouted in Tenjin, a shopping district in Fukuoka. Their acting, singing and other unique talents were put to the test as they auditioned to become one of the ten chosen 10 JIN Actors. The goal of 10 JIN actors is to become entertainers who represent Fukuoka. They engage in various challenges , in their attempt to become true Asian starts in the near future.

--> Follow the growth of 10 idols from Fukuoka, as they try to gain nationwide popularity! In 2014, 260 handsome men were scouted in Tenjin, a shopping district in Fukuoka. Their acting, singing and other unique talents were put to the test as they auditioned to become one of the ten chosen 10 JIN Actors. The ...
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Hey TAXI! Teach Me about Cuisine!
30 minutes

Go  around Kyushu and find a powerful helper to introduce you to delicious meals around town. Taxi drivers usually know a lot about local entertainment and are willing to share inside knowledge with you. This is a non-rehearsed program where we walk around asking Taxi drivers to recommend different delicious restaurants according to the theme.

--> Go  around Kyushu and find a powerful helper to introduce you to delicious meals around town. Taxi drivers usually know a lot about local entertainment and are willing to share inside knowledge with you. This is a non-rehearsed program where we walk around asking Taxi drivers to recommend different delicious restaurants according to the theme.
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Wakako-Zake
2015 30 min

As usual she drinks alone in a bar tonight! Murasaki Wakako is 26-year-old office worker. She has a boyfriend, Hiroki, but she likes to drink alone. Because she is a real drinker, she wanders around looking for delicious foods and drinks... Whenever such foods integrate well into such drinks, she breathes a sigh “Psssh” to ...
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Hungry Hoppers – Pigging out around Japan
2010 24 mins

This crazy and entertaining food show hosted by Yo Oizumi, a Japanese rising actor/star, follows three comedic guys known as the "Piggy Family" as they travel around Japan seeking out the local hidden delicacies that Japan's world-renowned cuisine has to offer. Watch as the guys travel in their minivan, named "Onigiri Go," from town to ...
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Finding 1984
2014 50 mins

"Nineteen Eighty-Four" is a masterpiece among science fiction novels that keeps influencing the world, including Haruki Murakami and Michael Moore, and significantly influences films, music, literature fine arts, and more. In 2014, 30 years after 1984, this documentary explores the subject matter as it relates to today's world and how proliferating technologies escalate the 'monitoring ...
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Spin to Win : Japanese manufacturers spinning their way to the top
2013 52 mins

Following the 2008 global financial crisis, Japan suffered a severe recession that even impacted its reputation as a "manufacturing country" and brought a bleak outlook upon the many factories in small towns that largely support that industry. With oil on their hands and sweat on their faces, the factories were told not to lose faith ...
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Classroom of Idol’s Dream ~TPD’s road to 2020~
24 mins

A group of 10 girls aiming to be a unique performance group make up Tokyo Performance Doll (TPD). 'Classroom of Idol's Dream' is a series made to chronicle the girls' growth. In a classroom setting, the members of TPD take part in "special lessons" focusing on the many aspects of the entertainment industry including music, ...
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At Home with Venetia in Kyoto
2019 30 mins

Venetia Stanley-Smith has lived in the Ohara district of Kyoto for almost 20 years. She is a firm believer in living in accordance with nature, and utilizes its gifts in all aspects of daily living. Venetia’s garden is filled with over 100 varieties of seasonal herbs. She uses them in recipes for cooking, cleaning, and ...
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Under 100
2011 5 mins

A brand new golf instructional program has arrived! You too can learn to shoot for under 100! The stage is set in a harsh futuristic world where Japanese citizens become utter failures in society if they don't perform well in golf. Hyakuta Takeo, the loser protagonist who isn't good enough in golf, takes on lessons ...
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Gohan Relay
2008 140 mins

This series captures Koizumi Eri, a TV magician playing a “food relay” game. In this relay, she asks strangers in passing what they have had for dinner most recently. Eri’s mission is to eat the exact same food in the same location as the passerby strangers. She cannot return home until she completes her mission.
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Wafu Sohon-ke (Best of Japan)
2008 54 mins

In this program, we explore a wide range of ideas pertaining to Japanese ‘wa’ (often referred to as ‘harmony’) and what makes Japan and its culture so great. The importance of ‘objects’ which have been passed down through generations: these objects may be tangible or intangible, such as culture, expressions, tools, or anything that has ...
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The Problem Solvers
2011 24 mins

This variety program is unique in that viewers send in personal requests to the hosts to investigate. Missions include ‘have my child overcome their dislike of green peppers’; ‘help my friend who believes in fairies have the chance to meet a real fairy’; ‘help me confess love to a bus driver I fell in love ...
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Ryori Mukashi-Banashi (Tales of Edo Cuisine)
2013 45 mins

This program takes you back in time to the Edo era of the 17th and 18 centuries, by recreating actual recipes of the time for the present. You not only learn how to cook the meals, but also the historical background behind each dish. However, this is no ordinary cooking show – it’s a period-style ...
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Ramen Kingdom
2012 55 mins

The folks of Yamagata Prefecture have an unparalleled love of ramen noodles! In fact, the number of ramen restaurants per household is the biggest in Japan! In response to the 2011 earthquake disaster, ramen restaurateurs have come up with a whole bunch of ways to put smiles back on customers’ faces and keep their wallets ...
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Love Hokkaido
2012 24 mins

‘Love Hokkaido’ is a program which attempts to show Hokkaido from a foreigner's perspective, as well as prompt locals to rediscover the delights of their own backyard. The show will present the best of Hokkaido’s nature, culture, food, and lifestyle weekly. The main focus is on Hokkaido cuisine, as the program takes a look at ...
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Kyushu Marugoto! Surprise tour
2013 85 mins

Dare discover the surprising side of Kyushu! TV stations in Kyushu have joined forces to bring you the best of Kyushu in winter. Join a surprise tour to discover new and old sights across Kyushu, including information on Kyushu’s must-see hot spring spots. This episode features: super-local hot springs in Fukuoka you never knew existed ...
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Crazy Science!
2008 15 mins

Have you ever wondered how far a rubber band-powered car can travel? What the world looks like through the eyes of a bug? Or how to make a rocket out of plastic PET bottles? This educational program teaches kids about science in a fun and casual manner, and attempts to answer any questions you have ...
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The Mysterious Door
2006 30 mins

In Tohoku area and Gunma Prefecture in North-Eastern Japan, there are many strange and mysterious tales! There must be reasons as to how these bizarre stories found their roots. Join the show’s hosts along with the studio audience as they try to uncover the mysteries in a scientific manner – see if you can solve ...
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Before/After SEASON Ⅱ: That’s a Dramatic Change!
2009 54 mins

'Before/After' is a home renovation show in which a team of architects and builders have to come up with building solutions to often seemingly-impossible problems. Cramped kitchens, dangerous stairs and tiny bathrooms are transformed into a brand-new living spaces for the owners. Each ‘takumi’ (which means ‘master’) responds as only an expert can to each ...
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