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RAMEN JAPAN
2023 15 min
Ramen. A food people are taken with worldwide. A bowl bursting with umami-packed broth working in harmony with delicious noodles. Originating from China, a dish that evolved into a completely original Japanese soul food, with a wide variety of flavors across the many regions of Japan. Whether the soup base is soy sauce, miso, salt, ...
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Dining With The Chef
2022
2022
TASTE AWARDS 2020 Hall of Fame Inductee Dining with the Chef, which has been in production from 2011 to the present, features Japanese chefs Tatsuo Saito and Rika Yukimasa, who along with hosts Yu Hayami and Patrick Harlan, help introduce the techniques, ingredients, and harmony of Japanese cuisine. The series features a wide variety of ...
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The Sake that Bonds – “Unite 311” A Sake of Gratitude
2021 46 minutes
Niizawa Sake Brewery and its long history were on the verge of ending after its facilities were destroyed in the Great Tohoku Earthquake of March 2011. At that time, though, workers from other breweries across Japan rushed to their aid. This documentary follows the owner and workers of Niizawa Sake Brewery as they attempt to ...
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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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TASTE JAPAN
2019 30 mins
Figaro, a popular Taiwanese actor, visits Aomori Prefecture and encounters the many delicious food products the Prefecture has to offer. On the way, he will draw inspiration from the local cuisine he tastes to create an original recipe of his own. Throughout his trip, Figaro additionally finds himself continually touched by the heartfelt diligence of ...
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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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Trap Master Kunio Katagiri and His Secrets to the Finest Gibier
2018
2018
Kunio Katagiri is a master trapper and legendary owner-chef of a gibier (wild game) restaurant for 45 years. Katagiri, who hunts all of his game meats by himself, never uses a gun. Instead, he uses homemade traps of his own design to capture wild deer and wild boar alive, risking severe injury to wrestle down ...
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Happiest Meal on the Mountains
2016 30 mins
This program takes a look at the famous anti-aging village in Nagano Prefecture, called Takayama. With its rich scenery and the villagers' methods of coexisting with nature, it has been recognized as one of the Biosphere Reserves (Eco Park) by UNESCO. This documentary follows the ordinary lives of its residents, and reveals the secrets behind ...
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Hirupeko -I am hungry-
2018 30 mins
This program will revolutionize your one-hour lunchtime! It will show you how to cook marvelous dishes, provide fun facts about daily ingredients, and also introduce delicious gourmet restaurants you'd long to visit! Watching it will surely help lighten up your meals, and give you the extra flavors that you didn't know you were secretly craving! ...
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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.
Food of Japan Season.2
2017 25 minutes
'Food of Japan' is produced by regional cable stations across the country using their deep connections in communities to reveal local treasures. The theme of this series is food culture. In this series, we learn about snacks that Ninjas used to eat, how western food began in Japan, and much more! Click here to preview ...
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Food of Japan Season.1
2016 30 minutes
Following the success of "Beauty of Japan", "Food of Japan" not only introduces the regional delicacies of Japan but also attempts to uncover the secrets of the unique food cultures from the local experts. In this series, we learn everything from the secrets to achieiving the number one strawberry production in Japan, details on the ...
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Honko sama – Appreciation of Harvest Nanto city, Toyama Pref.
2016 25 minutes
Honko is one of Jodo Shinshu Buddhism events which commemorate the virtue of its founder, the Monk Shinran. The event is called differently depending on the region: in Toyama it's called 'Honko sama'. It's a special event for household devotion. After the ceremony given by a local monk, special dishes are served to the guests ...
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A Brewery from Sake’s Birthplace Izumo city, Shimane Pref.
2016 25 minutes
Izumo city is believed to be the birthplace of Sake. Asahi Shuzou is a long established sake brewery since 1869. A female successor of the brewery has set a new challenge with a view to convey the beauty of Sake. Willing to change the image of Sake to be more casually accepted by the public, ...
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Beauty of ‘Edomae’ Sushi Fukagawa, Tokyo
2016 25 minutes
Sushi was first made in Edo (Tokyo's old name) as regional food. It spread across the country and became one of Japan's most famous foods. Fresh fish for Edomae sushi can be prepared by marinating it in marinated in vinegar or soya sauce, or cooked in sauce and served cold, folded over vinegared rice. This ...
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Sendai Traditional Vegetables, Producers for Nine Generations Sendai city, Miyagi Pref.
2016 25 minutes
In Sendai city in Miyagi prefecture, regional vegetables are called 'Sendai Traditional Vegetables' as they are adapted to its land and climate. Originally they are either grown traditionally in the region or grown in a special way. The camera follows a family who has grown these vegetables over generations, from seeding to cultivating and cooking.
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‘Koshinoyuki’ Sweets Nagaoka city, Niigata Pref.
2016 25 minutes
Koshinoyuki is one of the three best sweets in Japan made of fine sugar and rice flour. Created in Edo period in Nagaoka city, Niigata Prefecture, it spread across Japan. Shinsaku Takasugi, a famous samurai, was said to scatter this sweets over a bonsai pine tree next to his death bed while saying "I wanted ...
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‘Senmaizuke’ Pickled Turnip Kyoto city, Kyoto Pref.
2016 25 minutes
The old city of Kyoto is famous for pickles using local vegetables: Suguki, Shibazuke and Senmaizuke. Nowadays there are many producers of Senmaizuke on the market but it was first made by Kyoto's pickles specialist, Daito. For more than 150 years, the recipes were passed on over generations. The camera focuses on the Senmaizuke pickles ...
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‘Yoshoku’ Cuisine – The First Western Food Yokohama city, Kanagawa Pref.
2016 25 minutes
Yokohama is a city of international port where western culture first developed in Japan after many years of isolation. Yokohama's 'Hotel New Grand' opened in 1927 and many 'Yoshoku' or Japanese-style western dishes were created there. 'Yoshoku' has changed Japanese culture. The camera focuses on the hotel, which became one of Yokohama's landmarks telling the ...
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‘Oyaki’, Long-life Village’s Savory Cake Suzaka city, Nagano Pref.
2016 25 minutes
Oyaki is a steamed or grilled savory cake made of cooked vegetable stuffed in a flour dough. It can also be made with An (sweet bean curd) wrapped in a flour dough. This is a traditional home cuisine in Nagano prefecture. There are many Oyaki manufacturers in the region. Among many variations of stuffing, the ...
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Wild Eel Captured in the City’s Yodogawa River Osaka city, Osaka Pref.
2016 25 minutes
Yodogawa is a long river running across several cities in the Kansai (West of Japan) area. At the mouth of this river, wild eels have been caught using traditional fishing techniques since Edo period to this day. The camera captures the rare wild eel fishing in the protected environment and discovers specialities of Yodogawa using ...
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Anago, Saltwater Eel Tsushima Island, Nagasaki Pref.
2016 25 minutes
Tsushima in Kyushu is a small island located between Japan and South Korea, this small island is famous for Japan's highest production of Anago, saltwater eels. Local restaurants are serving them as tempura, shabushabu or even as sashimi. The camera shows how the saltwater eels are captured, prepared and then served at restaurants.
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Katayaki – Ninja Snack for the World Iga city, Mie Pref.
2016 25 minutes
Iga city in Mie prefecture is traditionally known for Iga Ninja. What kind of food did Ninja eat? Katayaki is a regional snack that is said to come from the food which Ninja used to eat as portable snacks. This unique snack was exhibited at the World Expo in Milan, Italy in 2015 and it ...
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Nagoya’s Home Food – Miso Udon Noodle (Nikomi Udon) Nagoya city, Aichi Pref.
2016 25 minutes
Out of many regional food found in Nagoya, one can't avoid 'Miso dishes' which use red thick sauce from soya paste. Variations are Miso Udon Noodle (Miso Nikomi Udon) and pork cutlet with miso sauce (Miso Katsu or Miso Kushikatsu). People enjoy these savory dishes with their rich flavored sauce. The camera focuses on Miso ...
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Hospitality in the Air Narita city, Chiba Pref.
2015 30 minutes
Tasty beef fillet, rich foie gras, and caviar: these are some of the ingredients used for in-flight meals produced by three-star chefs. Each meal is colorful and delicately presented while served in the air. Achieving these kinds of high-quality services requires tricks and creativity. This documentary presents the hospitality of Japan traveling around the world.
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‘Ebi Senbei’: Shrimp Crackers Nishio city, Aichi Pref.
2015 30 minutes
Ebi Senbei is a rice cracker made from rice with fresh shrimp. Nishio city is said to be the place this Ebi Senbei was first made. For almost 100 years, Ebi Senbei makers in Mikawa Isshiki Town have been developing their flavors and production process, while still keeping tradition in mind. The camera follows the ...
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Barazushi Okayama city, Okayama Pref.
2015 30 minutes
Barazushi is a type of sushi with vegetables and fish beautifully scatted over the sushi rice. Bara means 'scattered'. Okayama Barazushi is a colorful local dish famous for its variety of local products from the sea (The Seto Inland Sea) and from the mountain. This documentary describes Okayama's climate and historical background along with the ...
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Miso Ramen (Soup Noodle) Sapporo city, Hokkaido
2015 30 minutes
Ramen noodles have become a trend all around the world, and nearly every Japanese region has its own variation. The speciality of Sapporo city is 'Miso Ramen,' which was created there after the second world war and has a miso paste based soup. Now a number of restaurants contribute to the city's tourism. Typical miso ...
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Decorated Festivity Dish: Kamaboko surimi Toyama city, Toyama Pref.
2015 30 minutes
Tai (Sea Bream) is a symbol of happy occasions in Japan. Kamaboko is a type of surimi; a processed seafood product made from white fish purée, formed in shapes, steamed until fully cooked, and served hot or cold. Tai-shaped Kamaboko is 'a must-have' on festive occasions in Toyama. The camera focuses on the passions of ...
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Kyoyasai: Kyoto Vegetables Kyoto city, Kyoto Pref.
2015 30 minutes
A world-famous tourist destination, Kyoto is renowned for its local vegetables: kyoyasai (Kyoto vegetables) which play an important role in kyoryori (traditional cuisine of Kyoto). There are about 40 different vegetables which have been used by most Kyoto households for a long time. This documentary captures local farmers who specialize in kyoyasai, chefs using them ...
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‘Akagyu Beef’ from Aso Aso city, Kumamoto Pref.
2015 30 minutes
One of Kumamoto's main productions is 'Akagyu beef' from Aso city, where cattle are raised in the beautiful prairies at Mt. Aso's foot. Not many people know this, but in order to maintain Aso's wonderful landscape, Akagyu cattle are needed there. With the stunning nature of Mt. Aso with its five peaks, the camera is ...
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Fine Cuisine of Ryotei Restaurants Yamagata city, Yamagata Pref.
2015 30 minutes
Yamagata city was once very popular for its safflower production for textile dyeing during the Edo period. Many safflower buyers, visiting the city at that time, enjoyed the fine cuisine from the Ryotei restaurants. Now only six of those Ryotei restaurants still exist. The camera depicts the hospitality (omotenashi) of those restaurants along with their ...
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Wagashi Sweets from Samurai Town Kanazawa city, Ishikawa Pref.
2015 30 minutes
The historical samurai town of Kanazawa is famous for Wagashi, the Japanese traditional sweets. The city is said to have the largest consumption of fresh wagashi. The different wagashis are traditionally made according to the four distinct seasons, adding elegance to people's daily lives. This documentary takes you on a journey in the world of ...
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Kinmedai Fish Inatori city, Shizuoka Pref.
2015 30 minutes
Kinmedai fish (Golden Eye Snapper) from Inatori city, in Shizuoka is a very popular fish sold at the world famous Tokyo's Tsukiji Fish Market under its own bran: 'Inatori Kinmedai fish'. The nutrition rich Inatori coastal sea allows Kinmedai fish to have fatty tasty meat. The fish is delivered to major fish markets on the ...
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Fugu (Blowfish) Niihama city, Ehime Pref.
2015 30 minutes
Ehime's Niihama city is blessed with the beautiful Seto Inland Sea and a variety of delicious seafood. Local people enjoy 'Fuguzaku', a dish made from Fugu (blowfish) which is only caught during the winter months. 'Fuguzaku' is roughly sliced blowfish's skin and meat mixed with citrus vinegar sauce. The city is secretly known for its ...
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Strawberry Fields Tochigi city, Tochigi Pref.
2015 30 minutes
Tochigi is famous for having the largest production of strawberries in Japan for 47 consecutive years. Discovering how the best seller "Tochi Otome" and the new "Sky Berry" were developed, the camera follows its researchers and how they established the production processes in order to produce those sweet strawberries.
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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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Sushi Samplers A freshly made program just for you!
2011 5 mins
TI ComNet Japan is delighted to introduce our entertainment documentary – Sushi Samplers! With episodes that cover a variety of topics related to sushi-making, we want to dazzle viewers by portraying the true phenomenon of sushi, approaching it from a variety of angles and sprinkling episodes with rarely known sushi secrets. We’re confident that Sushi ...
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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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