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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 2008
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    Begin Japanology

    Begin Japanology

    8.00 2008 HD

    BEGIN Japanology invites you into the world of Japanese culture, both traditional and modern, explaining how traditions evolved and the part they...

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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 2022
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    Dive in Tokyo

    Dive in Tokyo

    1 2022 HD

    Tokyo: where both tradition and the latest trends coexist. Join us on a journey to discover the real Tokyo as we dive into its historic old towns and...

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  • 2015
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    RISING

    RISING

    5.00 2015 HD

    Going beyond the horizon. Meet Japan's entrepreneurs whose innovative thinking is changing traditional mindsets in their various fields of work.

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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 2012
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    Seasoning the Seasons

    Seasoning the Seasons

    10.00 2012 HD

    This program visits places across Japan to introduce the charms of their local daily life and festivals fostered by the nation's long history.

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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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  • 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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  • 2020
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    Where We Call Home

    Where We Call Home

    8.00 2020 HD

    People from around the globe who put down roots in Japan offer a glimpse into their lives and the hardships they face in Japanese society.

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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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  • 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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