Lifestyle
極上の新潟を楽しもう
While most people would kick off their Japan adventures in Tokyo, Kyoto and Osaka – let’s fast forward you to Japan’s most underrated OG gem: Niigata!
Nature-esk Insta-spots…tempting food, drink…
traditional culture… What is Sakeology?
all of this after a 2 hours train ride from Tokyo!
Your Japanese journey isn’t over.
It’s time to explore more of this hidden OG gem: Niigata!
From nature…to rice and…timeless traditions.
Let’s soak in art, nature and indulge on a Japanese foodie trail
that will satisfy anyone’s cravings.
Get ready to… to ENJOY NIIGATA’s KINGDOM
BOYS & MEN is a very popular male idol group in Japan. In this new series, they rediscover and report on Japan by experiencing first hand Japanese pop culture, traditional culture and craftsmanship, highlighting many of Japan’s charms. In Episode #1, for example, they introduce how Japanese swords are made.
Wonder Garden～静謐の美・日本庭園と盆栽～
Whether it be Zen gardens, tea gardens or landscape gardens, a Japanese garden is renowned for it's sublime and tranquility. Bonsai, a Japanese art form using cultivation techniques to produce miniturized but realistic representation of nature in the form of a tree in small container, has been an international cult trend. Japanese garden and Bonsai represents state of the art combination of nature and human effort. In this series we explore it's history, design and philosophy behind extraordinary world of Japanese garden and Bonsai.
#1 Koishikawa Korakuen (Tokyo)
#2 Rikugien (Tokyo)
#3 Kairakuen (Mito, Ibaragi)
#4 Kyu-Shibarikyu Garden (Tokyo)
蔵元の肴 地酒職人の選ぶ逸品おつまみ
Japan’s culture lies in Sake production. Blessed with quality water and a climate that is very suitable for rice growing, Japan has been producing Sake from rice since for more than a millennium. In this series, we visit sake brewries (Shuzo) around Japan that continues to carry traditional methods and cultivate honest local sake community. Getting to know the stories and thought process of sake creators behind famous sake brewries. A rare choise of local specialty appetizer recommended by Toji, a brew master, him/herself. A local's sercret gourmet is revealed in this sereis.
#1 Akita / Asamai Shuzo "Amanoto"
#2 Kyoto / Matsumoto Shuzo "Matsumoto"
#3 Ishikawa / Sogen Shuzo "Sogen"
#4 Gifu / Sugihara Shuzo "Ibi"
#5 Nara / Imanishi Shuzo "Mimurosugi"
#6 Mie / Ohta Shuzo
(4K) Sapporo Snow Festival 2019
Everybody dreams to go to Sapporo snow festival. Its great snow statues, snow activities, romantic night strolling, great tastes of dishes... Sapporo is so much attractive for everyone. This program is specially made for travel beginners.
This year, at the 70th annual festival, there are a lot of people from foreign countries. And you can look the anime sculpture “Hatsune Miku ”. It’s so cute !! Japanese famous tennis player “Naomi Osaka” is also appeared as a snow sculpture.
This program covers both daytime and nighttime. And ice sculpture is lighten up by the colorful lighting. You should see Sapporo snow festival, and you are much impressed! It’s fantastic snow festival!
MIGAKU HITO -Japan's Polishing Artisans-
磨炼人生
When we clean, we polish the heart and polish the smile.
At one time or another, everyone has probably felt the urge to clean because “tidying up makes you feel good and refreshed.”
Have you ever thought that people who clean, polish their own hearts as well?
And in so doing, they clean the grime from their hearts.
And what emerges after polishing are...things that shine, and, a smile that sparkles.
Through sound and images, this program shows how “sparkling smiles” are born after polishing.
越打磨自己，越可以精神焕发，阳光笑容。
每个人都实际有过的感受就是，【打扫过卫生后会精神气爽，心情舒畅】。
那些研磨器具的人，难道不是在研磨自己的心灵么？
不是在抹掉心灵的污垢么？
只有研磨后器具诞生的光辉，才会和研磨人的笑容互相辉映。
这是通过影像和声音来传递研磨人生后诞生【阳光笑容】的节目。
日本料理的智慧
Chapter One : Washoku Origins
Chapter Two : Wanmono (Bowl Dish)
In 794, Japan’s capital was moved to Kyoto.
It remained the capital for more than a millennium.
The diverse food culture of the Imperial family and nobility is still in evidence today.
The origins of washoku are honzen, shojin and kaiseki cuisines.
At the very root of washoku is a heartfelt appreciation of life and the blessings of nature.
第1章 日本料理的原点
第2章 碗物（汤）
794年，平安京的首都。
从那时起，京都一直扮演着1000多年的首都角色，
拥有多元化的饮食文化，现在仍然继承着皇宫和贵族的菜肴。
日本料理（和食）的起源是本膳料理，精进料理和怀石料理。
所有的根本，都包含着接受生命，接受自然的恩惠的感谢之心。
MADE IN 京都
Kyoto's allure lies not only in its shrines and temples or the elegance of the city.
For more than a millennium since the year 794, Kyoto flourished as the capital, leading the way in the arts, architecture and commerce. The essence of Japanese culture was born in Kyoto, and has been refined and passed down to modern times. Japanese quality which is recognized throughout the world has its roots in Kyoto and its culture of craftsmanship.
"Made in Kyoto" introduces artistry at its best – from traditional weaving and cuisine to state-of-the-art robotics - created and nurtured by the masters of Kyoto who know true quality.
“京都”的魅力不止是寺院佛阁和怀古风情的街道。
作为从公元794年开始繁荣了一千年以上的日本首都，包括建筑・艺术・产业等各个方面都一直是最新【技术】输出的城市。日本文化的精髓在京都诞生，经过时间的磨练延续到现在社会。世界认知的日本质量的根源出自京都的工艺制作文化。
【MADE IN 京都】就是，从传统的纺织织物和京料理到最先进的机器人技术，介绍最会挑选真货的京都人淬炼出来的工匠技艺。
可爱 日本
Each week, 6 popular models of Shibuya and Harajuku styles will pick up the “kawaii” trends which the girls are most curious about and introduce them to the world!
Meet the “kawaii” from all over Japan such as regional specialties, sweets, sightseeing spots, events, Yuru-Chara mascot characters, local idol groups, animals, shopping malls and many more!
涩谷系原宿系的人气代表模特，六个人女孩每周通过娱乐节目向世界介绍现在的最流行【可爱】潮流是什么。
主要介绍日本全国的“可爱”有名产品，水果，旅行人气景点，每年举办的活动，地区代表吉祥物和偶像组合，小动物和大型综合商场等。
Otonakai, The Gathering of Charming People
成人会
What makes a person attractive and charming? Some may say a good personality, being knowledgeable in various fields, being an expert in one area, or having cultural understanding etc. Do you think you are charming enough? Topics covered include economy, history, culture, music and much more. Each episode has a theme titled as "Let’s go to ... to enhance your charm!" and presents the viewers with various video clips that stimulate their intellectual curiosity. By watching these videos, the presenters and the viewers are able to raise their level of attractiveness. "Charming Workers’ Directory" section draws attentions to occupations and its professionals who are not often spotlighted. This is a variety program that feeds the viewers’ intellectual curiosity with tips to enrich their personal charm.
一个有品味的成年人是什么样子的呢。
应该是有深厚的教养，和在某个专业领域里丰富的知识和经验，或者有一种文化底蕴，人文情怀的---。
你会成为这样有品味的成年人么？
这个节目由上泉雄一主持，小宫一庆解说，围绕【经济】【历史】【文化】【音乐】等题材，在不同的领域里通过录像学习了解那些一直被求知欲所干扰的事情。
节目宗旨是演出演员和看电视的听众通过节目录像来提高自己的【成人度数】。
一面愉快的看节目，一面成为更有品味的成年人---。
竭诚奉上【求知好奇心娱乐节目】。
领导人
Corporate and organization leaders are said to be loners.
They also seem to be unapproachable.
However, we want to know more about them, about goals they set, and how they tackle difficult decisions.
“The Leader” features a leader each time, and the documentary reveals a side of them never seen in public. Topics are not limited to their confidence and pride. They talk about skills needed in leading an organization, how they maintain their health, their hobbies, what they read, their thoughts on child rearing, nostalgic locations, turning points in their lives, the follies of youth, and things they love with all their heart.
人们都说，企业和组织的社长永远都是孤独的。
每位社长都有难以接近的氛围。
但是，我们希望可以听到一直追寻新目标和作出重要决断的社长心声。
记录片【领导人】是一个每次以一位社长为中心，介绍社长日常生活真面孔的节目。
此节目是以一位代表节目【脸面】的高井美纪播音员，直接和社长见面一起去倍受关注的店，一起边吃饭边聊，或者在倍受关注的地方，悄悄地体验社长的兴趣爱好和聊天。主要交流听取各种各样的趣闻，比如以前作为公司员工时的秘密，人生的梦想，对公司和组织的思绪------，介绍不为人知的社长形象，描写企业和组织的魅力和未来。
住人十色
Japan is seen as a very uniform country but there is great diversity in the homes and lives of Japanese residents. This program explores some of Japan’s more unique homes and the personalities of the people who live in them. Home owner’s characters and personalities are reflected in a home where he or she lives. From this viewpoint, we focus on a variety of unique houses around Japan together with the families who live there and particulars about their own homes. We also introduce simple-to-follow interior and how to store household items in great detail. The program can help you improve your daily lives.
这个节目是每周介绍一家独居的房屋和它的主人。
在大学学习过住宅设计专业的松尾贵史，和三船美佳一起探讨住宅装饰和居家生活的魅力所在。什么是家的坚定存在，什么是生活的无限温情。
这周节目介绍东京都世田谷区三轩茶屋的住居，由【30平米的旧房子重新装修成---养猫书籍专门店兼住居】（东京都世田谷区）。主人购买了面积30平的建筑后重新装修开始生活。一楼是养猫书籍专门店，书架上有1500册以上关于养猫的旧书。二楼是住宅区，厨房贴满了瓷砖，拆掉了以前的天蓬空出来的狭小空间做成了跃层卧室。主人和喜欢的猫一起快乐的生活。