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 encounter many fun surprises along the way.
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Ramen is a savory combination of umami-packed broth and perfectly cooked noodles. This program offers an encyclopedic view of this delectable dish, taking you on a journey across Japan to discover ever-evolving local variations. Join us as we explore a tapestry of local customs and food culture through the lens of ramen.
"Trails to Tsukiji" is a show that focuses on Japanese food available at Tokyo's iconic Tsukiji Market where every kind of fresh food is gathered from around the country.
Tokyo is known for its diverse cuisine, offering dishes like Tonkatsu, grilled eel rice, and Japanese-style fried chicken. Hosts Nicole and Amber showcase popular local food spots, learn cooking techniques, and reveal chef's secrets, highlighting ingredients, preparation methods, and seasoning tricks. Viewers can learn to create authentic Japanese cuisine at home.
These short documentaries take an intimate look at the lifestyles and culinary passions of people across Japan. Their stories are sure to warm the heart and whet the appetite.
"Japan Delish" is a banquet of foods from overseas adopted by the Japanese. From fare steeped in tradition to its many modern variations, uncover the delicious histories at the heart of every dish.
"Ekiben" are lunch boxes sold at train stations enjoyed during train journeys which are filled with the charm of each region of Japan! Let's embark on a journey to encounter a selection of lunch boxes from all over Japan!
Host Peter Barakan delves into various aspects of Japanese culture; exploring practices, history, and modern innovations in such areas as ramen, rice, sushi, geisha, bonsai, and so much more. Local experts discuss their passions at fascinating length, and American Japanophile Matt Alt experiences the food, practices, and cultures in each episode in depth. Viewers will finish each half hour episode with a new understanding of an area of Japanese life through demonstrative videos and explanations, all delivered respectfully and true to the Japanese way of life.
In 2007, TVB invited Helen To to host the travel show "Popular Tokyo". Because of her unique hosting style and her "Hong Kong girl" style behavior, she received a lot of support even in the scolding. While scolding her Hong Kong girl behavior for "teaching a bad way", the audience was attracted by her humorous language style, so an interesting phenomenon of scolding and watching was formed. Therefore, Helen To also created a new form of travel programs, that is, launching a series of programs with the host as the core, which can maximize the host's hosting skills and personality charm.
Forests cover close to 70 percent of Japan's land area. Japan's climate varies significantly from north to south, making it home to diverse forests. These forests have been an intrinsic part of Japanese culture since time immemorial.
Japan continues to thrive as it incorporates cultural elements of music, fashion, cuisine, sports, arts and science from around the world. People’s encounters trigger the fusion of Japan’s and the world’s diverse culture, unceasingly producing a myriad of new phenomena and events. This series will feature how various culture in modern Japan and overseas blend together and influence each other.
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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.
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 country, exploring the culture, meeting the local people, visiting historic sites and offering travel hints rarely found in guidebooks.
The timeless heart of Japan's ancient capital. Against its rich backdrop of culture and tradition, today's Kyoto continues to innovate and inspire.
Explore the richness and depth of the Japanese language and discover how words and expressions reflect history, culture and the natural world.
Centuries ago, Tokyo was known as Edo. More than a million people enjoyed life in this small but abundant city. They live on in ukiyo-e woodblock prints. Each episode is a deep dive into a single print, and an exploration of the soul of Old Tokyo. We examine works by artists like Hokusai and Hiroshige not just for their aesthetic and historical value, but for the stories they tell of everyday life. That is how the people of Edo themselves enjoyed this mass-produced medium.
A five-minute series where you can explore a wide variety of Japanese cultures, traditions and lifestyles.
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Bottakuri is a small bar located in the deserted downtown of Tokyo. In this place the beautiful sisters Mine and Kaoru, who inherited the restaurant from their late parents, serve hearty food and sake. The two sisters and their regular customers solve small problems and share wisdoms while eating and drinking. ~~ Adapted from the web novel "Izakaya Bottakuri" (居酒屋ぼったくり) by Akikawa Takimi (秋川滝美).
In 18th-century Edo, Tsutaya Juzaburo rises from a poor background to become a leading publisher. Despite political changes threatening his career, he works to shape Edo’s cultural scene through innovative books and collaborations with artists.
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4 episodes • 2022
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
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| 1 | Kuramae - Secrets of the Old Storage District | Jun 8, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Yanaka - Building on the Past | Jun 29, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Kandagawa - A River Watching Over Tokyo | Jul 27, 2022 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Toyosu - The Ever-Evolving City | Sep 2, 2022 | 0.0 |
20 episodes • 2023
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Omori - A Taste of the Sea | Feb 12, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Kanda - A Historic Town with Heart | Mar 22, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Oji - Charmed by Foxes and Cherry Blossoms | Apr 19, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Shimbashi - A Junction of Old & New | May 3, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Takanawa - The Gateway to Tokyo | May 24, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Chofu - The City of Cinema and Water | May 31, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 7 | Ikebukuro - A Town with an Artistic Soul | Jun 21, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 8 | Shin-Okubo - A Rich Tapestry of Cultures | Jul 5, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 9 | Asakusa - A Tour of Summer Traditions | Jul 19, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 10 | Fukagawa - Criss-crossed by Canals | Aug 2, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 11 | Tokyo Skytree and the Waterways of Edo | Aug 16, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 12 | Denenchofu - An Upscale Garden Suburb | Sep 6, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 13 | Kabutocho - An Evolving Financial Hub | Sep 20, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 14 | Azabu - A Tale of Slopes and Embassies | Oct 4, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 15 | Nishi-Shinjuku - The Skyscraper Story | Oct 18, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 16 | Hachioji - The City of Mulberry and Silk | Nov 1, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 17 | Akihabara - A Tech and Pop Culture Wonderland | Nov 15, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 18 | Hibiya - A Bustling Center of Social Activity | Nov 29, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 19 | Ginza - A Treasure Trove of Architecture | Dec 13, 2023 | 0.0 |
| 20 | Nerima - The City of Agriculture and Animation | Dec 27, 2023 | 0.0 |
23 episodes • 2024
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
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| 1 | Kyojima - A Window into Tokyo's Good Old Days | Jan 31, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Machiya - Cultivating the Spirit of Craftsmanship | Feb 14, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Yotsuya - Echoes of Old Edo | Feb 28, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Tsukiji - A Town Reclaimed from the Sea | Mar 13, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Yaesu - The Other Gateway to Tokyo Station | Apr 3, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Senju - A Sojourn in a Former Post Town | Apr 17, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 7 | Takashimadaira - A Community Centered on "Danchi" Housing | May 1, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 8 | Ochanomizu - A Lively Hub of Learning | May 15, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 9 | Mt. Mitake - The Sanctuary in the Sky | May 29, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 10 | Kamata - A Town with Working-Class Spirit | Jun 12, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 11 | Shinjuku East Exit - A Colorful Hub of Excitement | Jun 26, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 12 | Sawara - An Old Merchant Town with Festive Spirit | Jul 10, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 13 | Shibaura - The Tides of Transformation | Jul 24, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 14 | Harajuku - A Wellspring of Creative Energy | Aug 7, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 15 | Nishi-Ogikubo - Fertile Ground for Small Businesses | Aug 21, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 16 | Akasaka - A Town of Heartfelt Hospitality | Sep 11, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 17 | Okutama - An Oasis in Tokyo's Backyard | Sep 25, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 18 | Landmarks of the Tokyo Tower Area | Oct 9, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 19 | Fussa - American Vibes and Multicultural Charm | Oct 23, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 20 | Machida - A Suburban City with Satoyama Spirit | Nov 6, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 21 | Ueno Park - At the Crossroads of Edo and Meiji | Nov 20, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 22 | Zoshigaya - A Town Protected by a Repentant Demoness | Dec 4, 2024 | 0.0 |
| 23 | Hakone - From Barrier Station to Relaxing Retreat | Dec 18, 2024 | 0.0 |
23 episodes • 2025
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
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| 1 | Nihonbashi - The Mercantile Center of Old Tokyo | Jan 8, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Nakano - From Dog Sanctuary to Anime Wonderland | Feb 5, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Along the Setagaya Line - A Taste of the Slow Life | Feb 19, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Marunouchi - A Marvel of Urban Planning | Mar 5, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Haneda - Memories of Sky and Sea | Mar 19, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 6 | Hamura - The Story of a Tranquil Waterworks Town | Apr 2, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 7 | Hino - The Granary That Gave Rise to Warriors | Apr 16, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 8 | Komagome - A Community United Under Cherry Blossoms | Apr 30, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 9 | Tateishi - A Riverside Town of Creative Manufacturing | May 21, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 10 | Yoyogi - A Green Oasis in the Heart of the City | Jun 4, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 11 | Hachijojima - An Island Nurtured by Distance | Jun 18, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 12 | Ebisu – A Toast to the Brew That Binds | Jul 2, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 13 | Gotanda – An Eclectic Town of Hills and Valleys | Jul 16, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 14 | Kasai - The Power of Moving Water | Jul 30, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 15 | Daiba – From Defensive Forts to Innovation Hub | Aug 13, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 16 | Otsuka - A Hidden Gem Regains its Sparkle | Sep 10, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 17 | Ryogoku – A Resilient Neighborhood with Sumo Spirit | Sep 24, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 18 | Karuizawa – The Story of a Beloved Mountain Retreat | Oct 15, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 19 | Hinohara – Ridge Trails as a Way of Life | Oct 29, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 20 | Kagurazaka – Alleys That Gave Rise to a Cultural Legacy | Nov 12, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 21 | Shibuya – The Labyrinth Nestled Within a Valley | Nov 26, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 22 | Mt. Takao - A Sanctuary for Faith and Nature | Dec 10, 2025 | 0.0 |
| 23 | Nippori – Steeped in Scenic Charm and Fabrics | Dec 24, 2025 | 0.0 |
5 episodes • 2026
| # | Episode | Air Date | Rating |
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| 1 | Nishiarai - The Beating Heart of a Temple Town | Jan 7, 2026 | 0.0 |
| 2 | Koishikawa – Historic Charm and Industry Nurtured by Water | Jan 26, 2026 | 0.0 |
| 3 | Shinagawa – The Evolution of a Transportation Hub | Feb 11, 2026 | 0.0 |
| 4 | Dive in SAPPORO - The Evolving Legacy of the Riverside | Feb 25, 2026 | 0.0 |
| 5 | Okachimachi – A Treasure Trove of Craftsmanship | Mar 11, 2026 | 0.0 |