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It is the late Edo period. Futaboshi Hikoma, the Hirado domain's astronomer, is a rather eccentric person whose only interests are the stars and sea....

The orphan Nakazo becomes a pupil of kabuki actor Denkuro and attracts the attention of the great star Koshiro. However, in order to help his ailing...

In the Edo period, an era without photographs, ukiyo-e prints served as precious 'visual records of Edo,' conveying the lifestyle, customs, and...

Legendary concert footage from Japan's leading artists, as well as rare program footage that remains on NHK, will be presented in high-definition and...

Set during the Bakumatsu (final years of the Edo period). Sakai Banshiro is a lower-class samurai. Leaving his family behind, he works at the...

A story of friendship and conflict of two people named Yumi, which transcends time and space.

This program takes a distinct approach as guides provide partial introductions to various locations and subjects, then step back, leaving the...

Natsuko Miyamoto (48), a full-time housewife and mother of two (daughter Hana, 20, and son Kotaro, 17), is shocked when her husband Akira (54)...

A group of talented artists breathe new life into classic Japanese songs and pop songs that have influenced them, covering them in fascinating...

This program provides a solo journey experience to various captivating hot spring resorts, allowing you to leisurely savor their true charm. Actors...

The journey of a manga artist finishing one of his works.

A pet detective who is particularly good at searching for cats.

A travel program uncovering the hidden gems of Japan's regions. Developed in collaboration with local cable television offices, it highlights places,...