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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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    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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 2016
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    BENTO EXPO

    BENTO EXPO

    8.00 2016 HD

    Bento, or lunchbox, is a fun slice of Japanese food culture that more people around the world are sharing. Healthy and delicious foods are...

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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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  • 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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