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  • 2017
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    Wild Hokkaido!

    Wild Hokkaido!

    6.00 2017 HD

    Be immersed in nature's beauty. Discover Hokkaido at its wildest and best as our presenter guides you through its amazing experiences.

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  • 2020
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    BOSAI: Science that Can Save Your Life

    BOSAI: Science that Can Save Your Life

    1 2020 HD

    Japan has a long history of natural disasters. BOSAI explores how to overcome them and save lives with the power of science.

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  • 2019
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    10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki

    10 Years with Hayao Miyazaki

    7.90 2019 HD

    A chronicle of the creative process of the legendary Japanese filmmaker Hayao Miyazaki, a passionate artisan, a steadfast trailblazer, and a father...

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  • 2018
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    みんなで筋肉体操

    みんなで筋肉体操

    1 2018 HD

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  • 2022
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    A Cat's-Eye View of Japan

    A Cat's-Eye View of Japan

    1 2022 HD

    Globe-trotting wildlife photographer and filmmaker, Iwago Mitsuaki, offers the best of a vast collection of cat footage he took in Japan. On this...

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  • 2021
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    THE ANIME STUDIO

    THE ANIME STUDIO

    1 2021 HD

    Japan's anime studios have captured the world's attention. In this program, we go behind the scenes for an in-depth look at the most prominent...

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  • 2023
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    FRONTRUNNERS

    FRONTRUNNERS

    1 2023 HD

    FRONTRUNNERS highlights professionals at the very forefront of their field. We showcase their amazing work, discover their motivations, and learn...

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  • 2021
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    Zero Waste Life

    Zero Waste Life

    8.00 2021 HD

    Meet people around Japan who strive for a life without waste under the traditional philosophy of "MOTTAINAI," which values cherishing the things we...

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  • 2015
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    Face To Face

    Face To Face

    1 2015 HD

    In conversation with... Japan expert Robert Campbell sits down with individuals from all walks of life whose drive and perspectives are changing...

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  • 2023
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    RAMEN JAPAN

    RAMEN JAPAN

    10.00 2023 HD

    Ramen is a savory combination of umami-packed broth and perfectly cooked noodles. This program offers an encyclopedic view of this delectable dish,...

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  • 2023
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    Hit the Road

    Hit the Road

    1 2023 HD

    One of the most appealing features of Japan's national road network is the various Michinoeki, literally way stations, that provide a place for...

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  • 2018
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    15 Minutes

    15 Minutes

    6.50 2018 HD

    Content on-the-go! Diverse, innovative, immersive and smartphone optimized. Topics range from arts, crafts and ninjas to international celebrities!

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  • 2021
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    Magical Japanese

    Magical Japanese

    10.00 2021 HD

    Explore the richness and depth of the Japanese language and discover how words and expressions reflect history, culture and the natural world.

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  • 2022
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    Learn Japanese from the News

    Learn Japanese from the News

    1 2022 HD

    Our new TV program helps you learn about Japan and the Japanese language through simple and easy Japanese news. You will learn not only Japanese...

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  • 2015
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    Trails to Tsukiji

    Trails to Tsukiji

    1 2015 HD

    "Trails to Tsukiji" is a show that focuses on Japanese food available at Tokyo's iconic Tsukiji Market where every kind of fresh food is gathered...

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  • 2017
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    Home Sweet Tokyo

    Home Sweet Tokyo

    1 2017 HD

    Englishman Bryan Jenkins was living peacefully with his Japanese wife Itsuki and daughter Alice in London, when his Japanese mother-in-law suddenly...

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  • 2018
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    Japan's Top Inventions

    Japan's Top Inventions

    1 2018 HD

    Japanese inventions are used and loved around the world. Through interviews and reenactments, go behind the scenes and discover how Japanese...

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  • 2022
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    Activate Your Japanese!

    Activate Your Japanese!

    1 2022 HD

    Learn how to make the most of your Japanese skills. Watch our drama that features useful communication strategies, our snappy videos about...

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  • 1994
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    Sunday Debate

    Sunday Debate

    1 1994 HD

    Experts in different fields, not restricting to politics or economics, will get to the heart of a certain subject making headline news in Japan.

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  • 2020
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    Japanology Plus mini

    Japanology Plus mini

    1 2020 HD

    A five-minute series where you can explore a wide variety of Japanese cultures, traditions and lifestyles.

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