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Due to Japan's immensely varied landscape and climate, this island nation developed unique cultural traditions. Many of these are world renowned, but many more remain hidden away deep in the countryside. The best way to discover these secret places—the real Japan—is to go exploring by bicycle.
The series includes locations such as the springtime lush greens of Mt. Fuji, flowers-filled Hokkaido, the deep mountain forests of Nikko, and the ancient city of Kyoto.
Join us on a journey to see a side of Japan you won't find in guidebooks.
Kendama World Cup Hatsukaichi 2019
けん玉ワールドカップ2019
Kendama has risen in popularity around the world to exceed its origins as a traditional toy. Its popularity has spread from Japan to America, Europe, and Asia, with Kendama competitions hosted all over the globe. Watch performances from foreign players who outshine even Japanese players. The Kendama World Cup has been hosted yearly in Hatsukaichi City in Hiroshima Prefecture since 2014. It offers its audience the opportunity to witness the clash of superior techniques from the world's top players. In a special show in 2019, a famous teen actor, Fuku Suzuki explained the excitement of the competition. With Hatsukaichi City as its headquarters, the Kendama Movement aims to reach even more audiences.
ゴルフ サバイバル
Once a month 10 junior female professional golfers take part in a “Shoot-Out”survival game. Over 9 holes the players compete to win ¥1,000,000!
As each hole is played, the player with the worst score drops out leaving only one winner...
Definitely this is a Must-See program!
けん玉W杯
It started as a toy, and now it’s a sport popular the world over – the Kendama.
Its popularity has taken off outside of Japan in regions as diverse as America, Europe and Asia, and it sees tournaments all over the world, where foreign players put their Japanese counterparts to shame with their techniques.
In July, 2014, the first Kendama World Cup was held in the land of its birth, Hiroshima’s city of Hatsukaichi.
This year marks the 4th tournament, with 400 contestants domestic and foreign, as well as 50,000 spectators in Hatsukaichi, a Kendama player’s holy land! You won’t want to miss the growing Kendama movement and the stunning performances that it brings!
Beat the Champions (King of Sports)
A fun and fast-moving game show featuring celebrities and amateurs challenging world-class professional athletes at their very own sports! From golf, tennis, water sports and soccer, the challenges and fascination are endless.
But wait, it wouldn’t be easy to “Beat the Champions” on an equal playing field! So, the amateur challengers are given special advantages to up their game.
Can amateurs win against a tennis superstar by using an oversized racket? Can they beat professionals in a bowling game using a soccer ball? Can two kids defeat a table tennis pro restricted to playing with a spoon? With all these unique advantages, can the celebs and amateurs “Beat the Champions”?
With proven ratings for over 15 years, “Beat the Champions” is clearly a winner. A “must see” in Japan, it is now time for “Beat the Champions” to hit the international market!
新日本プロレス
Founded in 1972, New Japan Pro-Wrestling is the oldest and the most popular wrestling organization in Japan and also the second largest in the world in terms of attendance and revenue. From the legendary Antonio INOKI to the new generation wrestlers of today, NJPW continues to bring exciting fights to the fans all over the world.
The fights feature popular wrestlers such as Hiroshi TANAHASHI, a.k.a “Genius of the Sun”, Kazuchika OKADA a.k.a “the Rainmaker”, masked wrestler Tiger Mask among many others, as well as an array of selected international wrestlers from the U.S. and Mexico.
TV Asahi Corporation and its satellite channels broadcast two weekly NJPW programs “World Pro-Wrestling” (30min.) and “World Pro-Wrestling Returns” (60min.) as well as live broadcast of big events throughout the year. An exciting English version is now on on air in North America as a weekly 1h show.
30人31脚
The “31 Legged Race” is an ultimate team sports event where 30 elementary school children run literally together in a row for 50 meters with their legs tied together.
The race has become a nationwide event providing fun and entertainment for both the participants and the viewers. This race requires much practice, diligence, and most of all team spirit: working together, focusing on creating a unified rhythm, and placing the team in front of yourself.
The rules are simple. A group of 30 kids from the same elementary school form one team and connect their legs by using specially designed ankle straps. This creates 29 tied legs, with two free legs on each end, therefore creating the “31 Legged Race.” Each team must run 50 meters in a wide open space. The goal tape is backed with a giant safety cushion so the kids can make a dive for their fastest time.
A simple and highly relatable format that will surely make your kids want to participate!
Production Year: The “31 Legged Race” is an ultimate team sports event where 30 elementary school children run literally together in a row for 50 meters with their legs tied together.
The race has become a nationwide event providing fun and entertainment for both the participants and the viewers. This race requires much practice, diligence, and most of all team spirit: working together, focusing on creating a unified rhythm, and placing the team in front of yourself.
The rules are simple. A group of 30 kids from the same elementary school form one team and connect their legs by using specially designed ankle straps. This creates 29 tied legs, with two free legs on each end, therefore creating the “31 Legged Race.” Each team must run 50 meters in a wide open space. The goal tape is backed with a giant safety cushion so the kids can make a dive for their fastest time.
A simple and highly relatable format that will surely make your kids want to participate!
VIVA!Public Swimming Pools Season1 &2
ロバート秋山の市民プール万歳
This is a comedy show about a Japanese comedian, Ryuji Akiyama (a comedy trio « Robert »), He loves swimming in the public city-owned pools all over Japan. He is a self-styled “public pool amateur”. He hosts the program and introduces how he enjoys the pools with his unique point of view! The show is shot in a home-video style and reveals his secret private life of visiting local pools and restaurants near by the pool.
Who’s Ryuji Akiyama?
He is a popular comedian in various ranges of age and has a great reputation for his ability to create that can be seen on his creator’s file in SNS. He disguises himself as many characters such as a female fashion designer, a talent manager, a child actor are some of the characters he has created. He has a charismatic appeal, so he is chosen to appear in many Japanese commercials.
自称“市民プール愛好家”のロバート秋山が、念願だったニッポン各地の市民プールをただただ遊泳する、情報性・読後感ゼロのゆるふわロードムービー!!
這是一部關於日本人氣喜劇演員秋山竜次（出自喜劇三人組《羅伯特》）的喜劇節目，他喜歡在日本各地的公共游泳池游泳。他自稱為“公共游泳池業餘愛好者”。主持節目並以他獨特的觀點介紹他如何享受游泳池！該節目以家庭視頻風格拍攝，揭示了他參觀當地游泳池和游泳池附近餐廳的秘密私人生活。
Long-Running Fishing Show with a 40-Year History
This program is a fishing documentary show started in 1983, one of the oldest fishing TV shows in Japan. Bringing you famous fishing spots such as seas, lakes and rivers all over Japan. Even fishing veterans will be inspired to discover the fun of fishing. This authentic fishing program is a Japanese classic. Also, this program shows how to cook some fresh "catch", so it's also appealing for foodies or people who are into cooking.
Grand Tour Setouchi 2019: Shimanami with Photogenic Spots
グランツールせとうち2019
The “Shimanami Kaido” expressway connects Onomichi City in Hiroshima Prefecture with Imabari City in Ehime Prefecture. This seafaring road bridges islands together and is famous worldwide as a premier route for cycling! In this program, an actress Haruhi Ryoga and other TV performers will report on its most recent cycling event, the “Grand Tour Setouchi 2019”, and discover some “Instagrammable” spots and cuisine along the Shimanami Kaido.
Starting from the World Heritage site, Miyajima InternationalPower Triathlon Championship 2019
世界遺産宮島発！トライアスロン
We got up close with the athletes who pour their hearts into triathlons.
Ironman participants' journeys across the sea begin at Itsukushima Shrine, the symbol of the World Heritage Site Miyajima Island. The challenge of the Chugoku Mountains awaits them. The athletes must pedal their way up a total of 850 meters. The Miyajima International Power Triathlon cuts a 77.5 kilometer course through Hatsukaichi City, and is to be completed by swimming, biking, and running. All participants, each with their own personal goals, have their eyes fixed firmly on the finish line.
フィッシングDAYS
Make Fishing a Part of Your Daily Life
The program is a fishing documentary that is packed with content for beginners as well as intermediate and advanced anglers who are struggling to improve their fishing game. This program conveys not only techniques, but also the true joy of fishing and the culture that fishing has fostered. In this program, we will show you not only the techniques of fishing, but also the real thrill of fishing. We want to take you to a world of fishing that you have never encountered before - to make fishing a part of your daily life. Good for beginners.