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CULTURE / TV & Streaming / CHANNEL SURF
Jan 31, 2010
Stitch in Japan, strolling through Okubo, and this week's CM: Aderans Hairclub
Since he's cute and mischievous, the Disney character Stitch, introduced in the 2002 animated feature "Lilo and Stitch," is perfect for the Japanese market, and the locally produced TV series "Stitch" (TV Asahi, Tues., 7 p.m.) transplants the little blue extraterrestrial from Hawaii to the fictional...
CULTURE / TV & Streaming / CHANNEL SURF
Jan 24, 2010
Two dramas: a jealous love triangle and paralegal's perseverance; CM of the week: McDonald's
The title character of the new Fuji TV series, "Massugu Otoko" (Tues., 10:15 p.m.), is, as the title indicates, a "straightforward man," though some might see obsessive- compulsion in his scrupulous adherence to a personal code of ethics.
CULTURE / TV & Streaming / CHANNEL SURF
Jan 17, 2010
Romantic advice for celebrities, temp work drama and CM of the week: DMM.com
Celebrities need love, too, which seems to be the point of "Ai no Onayami Keiketsu" (Solutions to the Anguish of Love; Nihon TV, Tues., 8:54 p.m.), where a group of stars and former stars receive romantic advice from a marriage counselor, a psychiatrist and a fortune teller.
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Jan 10, 2010
Origins of baumkuchen, cheap onsen trips and this week's CM: Final Fantasy XIII
As its name indicates, the popular cake baumkuchen was not invented in Japan, though its ubiquity on store shelves may suggest otherwise. It was introduced to Japan by a German baker, whose story is told on the historical documentary series, "Rekishi Hiwa Historia" (History's Secret Stories; NHK-G, Wed.,...
CULTURE / TV & Streaming / CHANNEL SURF
Jan 3, 2010
SMAP day on Fuji TV, interesting money facts and Yukie Nakama's exploration of Okinawa
There are rumors that "SMAP × SMAP," the long-running variety show featuring Japan's most enduring boy band, will be ending sometime this year as its members increasingly follow individual paths. Moday is SMAP Day over at Fuji TV, which will be airing the group's 1994 theatrical film "Shoot" at...
CULTURE / TV & Streaming / CHANNEL SURF
Dec 27, 2009
The year's top news in brief, final `Hidden Talent' show, and Shinichi Hoshi's short stories
SMAP's leader, Masahiro Nakai, is not just this year's co-emcee of NHK's New Year's Eve song contest again. He's hosting specials throughout this week and next all over the TV dial.
CULTURE / TV & Streaming / CHANNEL SURF
Dec 27, 2009
The year's top news in brief, final `Hidden Talent' show, and Shinichi Hoshi's short stories
SMAP's leader, Masahiro Nakai, is not just this year's co-emcee of NHK's New Year's Eve song contest again. He's hosting specials throughout this week and next all over the TV dial.
CULTURE / TV & Streaming / CHANNEL SURF
Dec 20, 2009
Rakuten's Nomura spills the beans; big family special; Christmas tales of unmarried women
When Katsuya Nomura left the Rakuten Golden Eagles baseball team as manager recently, he was celebrated by the mainstream press as one of the greatest leaders in the game while at the same time derided by the tabloid press, which claimed his players were happy to get rid of an old grouch.
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Dec 13, 2009
Tribute to mystery author Seicho Matsumoto; antique appraisal; and winter ghost stories
The hundredth anniversary of the birth of mystery author Seicho Matsumoto, who wrote the original story on which the current movie hit "Zero no Shoten" is based, continues to be celebrated on the small screen this week with a new version of his classic tale "Chuo Ryusa" (Central Quicksand; TBS, Mon.,...
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Dec 6, 2009
Organ-transplant drama, Japan seen from above, and experimental mystery `Sisters'
The issue of organ transplants gets pulled into service for the two-hour suspense drama, "Egao: Jugonenme no Uso" (The Smiling Face: Fifteenth Year Lie; TBS, Mon., 9 p.m.).
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Nov 29, 2009
Documenting blind pianist Tsujii, an industry whistle-blower and professional matchmakers
Since winning the Grand Prix at the last Van Cliburn Piano Competition, 20-year-old Nobuyuki Tsujii has become world famous, though he was already a star in his native Japan. Blind since birth, Tsujii automatically drew attention as a piano prodigy, which is why his life has been well-documented up until...
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Nov 22, 2009
Exploring cancer research, the classic 'Sakura' and filial piety
Two years ago journalist and critic Takashi Tachibana was operated on for bladder cancer. The experience made him curious about research into cures for the disease, and what he learned is outlined in "Tachibana Takashi Saizensen Hokoku, Gan to Ningen, Hateshinaku Tatakai" (Takashi Tachibana's Front Line...
CULTURE / TV & Streaming / CHANNEL SURF
Nov 22, 2009
Exploring cancer research, the classic 'Sakura' and filial piety
Two years ago journalist and critic Takashi Tachibana was operated on for bladder cancer. The experience made him curious about research into cures for the disease, and what he learned is outlined in "Tachibana Takashi Saizensen Hokoku, Gan to Ningen, Hateshinaku Tatakai" (Takashi Tachibana's Front Line...
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Nov 15, 2009
Father-and-son drama, hommage to Date Masumune and a mysterious TV mystery
TBS's drama special, "Chichi yo, Anata wa erakatta — 1969-nen no oyaji to boku" (Dad! You were great: Father and me in 1969; Mon., 9 p.m.), makes a clever play for two generations of TV viewers by featuring Shigeaki Kato of the idol group News in a time travel story that sends him to 1969, where...
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Nov 8, 2009
A journey to Venice, eco-friendly toilets and special police drama
Vienna has always held a special fascination for the Japanese, who celebrate the New Year with Strauss waltzes and lieder as much as they do with mochi (rice cakes) and otoshidama (New Year gift money). A prime influence in this regard is the 1931 German movie "Der Kongress Tanzt" (Congress Dances),...
CULTURE / TV & Streaming / CHANNEL SURF
Nov 8, 2009
A journey to Venice, eco-friendly toilets and special police drama
Vienna has always held a special fascination for the Japanese, who celebrate the New Year with Strauss waltzes and lieder as much as they do with mochi (rice cakes) and otoshidama (New Year gift money). A prime influence in this regard is the 1931 German movie "Der Kongress Tanzt" (Congress Dances),...
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Nov 1, 2009
Japan Prize awards, documentary on Nara temple, and Beat Takeshi's definition of beauty
On Monday, NHK will broadcast the winners of the 36th annual "Nihon-sho" (Japan Prize; NHK-E, 6-8 p.m.), which awards outstanding domestic and international contributions to educational television.
CULTURE / TV & Streaming / CHANNEL SURF
Oct 25, 2009
Hard-working kids documentary, tales from teen mothers and housewife-volleyball sitcom
This week, NHK's BS1 channel will present in bilingual format a series of overseas documentaries that show "children working hard" for their families and communities.
CULTURE / TV & Streaming / CHANNEL SURF
Oct 11, 2009
Looking at the origin of bird's nest soup, the dearth of OB-GYNs and Yamazaki's 'Fumo Chitai'
Have you ever wondered about the origins of the things that surround you in your everyday life? Where did they come from and how did they get here? Those questions are answered on the new variety show "Za Gyakuryu Risaachaazu" (The Reverse-Flow Researchers; TV Tokyo, Mon., 8 p.m.).
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Oct 4, 2009
The 'Rocky' of Nanimwa, a boutique dairy and the drama debut of Arashi's Aiba
Now he's an actor and television personality, but 25 years ago Hidekazu Akai was known as the "Naniwa Rocky," a professional boxer from the Naniwa region of Osaka. Recently, the boxing club of Kinki University, where he made his reputation, was rocked by a scandal. Some of the members were arrested for...
Who needs AI when you have Hatsune Miku?
Over the first six months of 2024, a handful of songs using Vocaloid singer Hatsune Miku’s voice have enjoyed widespread attention, underlining a global interest in the character and the technology she represents.
Bloodied Trump survives assassination attempt at political rally
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is surrounded and evacuated by Secret Service agents at a campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Saturday. Trump was rushed off stage at the rally after shots rang out.
Shooter came within inches of killing Trump, but left few clues as to why
An aerial view shows the stage where Republican presidential candidate and former U.S. President Donald Trump had been standing during an assassination attempt the day before, and the roof of a nearby building where a gunman was shot dead by law enforcement, in Butler, Pennsylvania, on Sunday.
Yen’s woes seem too big for even a BOJ hike this month to solve
The Bank of Japan headquarters in Tokyo
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
The neurological disorder that 'kills culture'
Akiko Trush says her experience with the neurological disorder dystonia left her feeling like she wanted to chop her own hand off.
How to beat Japan’s summer heat in ways better for the planet
Tenugui towels hang up to dry at a dyeing company in Sakai, Osaka Prefecture, on May 8. The durable and versatile tenugui, which many people have in their homes, can be used in many ways to cool one’s body.
After Trump shooting, U.S. presidential race might take a violent turn
United States Secret Service Counter Snipers stand guard on a rooftop during a campaign rally for U.S. President Donald Trump in Avoca, Pennsylvania, in 2020.
No AC this summer? No problem (for me).
Think air conditioning is a requirement for a Tokyo summer? Think again.
She’s paying ¥1 million to help behind the scenes at the Paris Olympics
Mai Tarumi, who previously volunteered at the postponed Tokyo Olympics in 2021, has a travel budget of ¥1 million for her trip to volunteer at the Paris Games.

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