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2008
Begin Japanology
Begin Japanology8.00 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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2020
GRAND SUMO Highlights
GRAND SUMO Highlights6.40 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
NHK WORLD PRIME
NHK WORLD PRIME9.00 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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2010
Journeys in Japan
Journeys in Japan9.00 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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2014
Japanology Plus
Japanology Plus7.80 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
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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2022
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan
A Cat's-Eye View of Japan1 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
Japan Railway Journal
Japan Railway Journal8.00 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
Document 72 Hours
Document 72 Hours7.00 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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2015
Face To Face
Face To Face1 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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2012
Seasoning the Seasons
Seasoning the Seasons10.00 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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2019
Trails to Oishii Tokyo
Trails to Oishii Tokyo1 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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2021
Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House
Kiyo in Kyoto: From the Maiko House7.00 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
ANIME MANGA EXPLOSION
ANIME MANGA EXPLOSION1 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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2018
Japan's Top Inventions
Japan's Top Inventions1 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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2020
BOSAI: Science that Can Save Your Life
BOSAI: Science that Can Save Your Life1 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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2015
RISING
RISING5.00 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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2013
Core Kyoto
Core Kyoto5.00 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
Magical Japanese
Magical Japanese10.00 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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2012
Dining with the Chef
Dining with the Chef1 2012 HD
Traditional techniques and resourceful recipes! Chefs Saito and Rika, present their unique approaches to cooking delicious Japanese food.