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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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  • 2010
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    Journeys in Japan

    Journeys in Japan

    9.00 2010 HD

    Journeys in Japan provides an eye-opening look at the many unique places to visit in Japan. English-speaking visitors travel the length of the...

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  • 2021
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    Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House

    Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House

    7.00 2021 HD

    Kiyo and Sumire came to Kyoto from Aomori Prefecture, dreaming of becoming maiko. But after an unexpected turn of events, Kiyo starts working as the...

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  • 2023
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    ANIME MANGA EXPLOSION

    ANIME MANGA EXPLOSION

    1 2023 HD

    The size of the Japanese animation market was 2,426 billion yen by 2020. More than half of that amount came from overseas sales. The manga market is...

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  • 2014
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    Japanology Plus

    Japanology Plus

    7.80 2014 HD

    Host Peter Barakan delves into various aspects of Japanese culture; exploring practices, history, and modern innovations in such areas as ramen,...

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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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  • 2020
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    GRAND SUMO Highlights

    GRAND SUMO Highlights

    6.40 2020 HD

    The best of today's sumo! Enjoy daily highlights of this dynamic sport with background info and play-by-play commentary adding to the excitement!

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  • 2017
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    Anime Supernova

    Anime Supernova

    8.00 2017 HD

    Meet the real stars of Japanese animation. From crayons to CGI, discover the techniques and inspirations of some of Japan's most amazing animators.

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  • 2005
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    J-MELO

    J-MELO

    6.70 2005 HD

    J-MELO is a weekly Japanese music television program broadcast by NHK. It is recorded entirely in the English language. It began broadcasting on...

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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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  • 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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  • 2019
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    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    Trails to Oishii Tokyo

    1 2019 HD

    Delicious food from Tokyo's markets! Learn about the amazing ingredients which are sourced from across Japan and sold at Tokyo's fresh food markets.

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  • 2013
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    Core Kyoto

    Core Kyoto

    5.00 2013 HD

    The timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital. Against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, today's Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire.

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  • 2015
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    Japan Railway Journal

    Japan Railway Journal

    8.00 2015 HD

    Discover the secrets of Japan's railways, from the newest technologies and systems in use, to travel tips and must-see places.

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  • 2013
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    Document 72 Hours

    Document 72 Hours

    7.00 2013 HD

    Three days in the life of...Stay in one location for 72 hours, catching glimpses into people's lives as they open up and share. NHK World English...

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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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    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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  • 2017
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    NHK WORLD PRIME

    NHK WORLD PRIME

    9.00 2017 HD

    NHK WORLD PRIME brings you a world of mainly documentaries, and more. Tune in to see special select programs on all sorts of topics and genres.

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  • 2012
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    Dining with the Chef

    Dining with the Chef

    1 2012 HD

    Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes! Chefs Saito and Rika, present their unique approaches to cooking delicious Japanese food.

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