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ME:I's first official variety show.

Koichi Domoto and Shigeaki Kato delve deep into ‘The World’s Hidden Stage Entertainment Shows’. Having watched video footage, the pair thoroughly investigate the appeal of various shows, drawing on their sharp creative insights. Furthermore, the programme introduces the ‘essence of entertainment’—demonstrating that even performing arts which may seem daunting at first glance, such as Kabuki, 2.5-dimensional theatre, contemporary drama and cutting-edge dance performances, can be thoroughly enjoyed once you know how to appreciate them. The programme welcomes guests who have mastered their respective genres to the studio to explore the depths of these art forms.

STAR CHIP GOLF is an original ABEMA golf variety program conceived by actor Shohei Miura. It pits golf-loving celebrities against each other in a unique format involving "chips" and strategic betting, blending skill with psychological warfare.

Ryunosuke Kamiki was the cameraman for the calendar and Dori Sakurada was the cameraman for the making of the Youtube video. The three of them are usually good friends, and in the congenial atmosphere, they have completed a gorgeous calendar that looks like a permanent photo album! Don't miss the video of Kamiki cameraman's uncanny expression!

The timelesz members come together and take on a variety of projects with the concept of "Just give it your all and sweat it out!", with tears, laughter and lots of sweat!

A high-calibre intellectual entertainment programme presented by the star-studded line-up of Tamori, Shinya Yamanaka and Riho Yoshioka, with Takashi Yoshimura as presenter. We delve deep into the cutting edge of the world, brimming with wonder—represented by the exclamation mark—and curiosity—represented by the question mark.

‘Bachi Bachi Erekiteru’ was a variety programme broadcast on the Fuji TV network from 17 April to 18 September 2013. According to Hamaguchi, it was ‘a programme aiming to be the next Nainai’. The concept involved young comedians selected from the preceding programme, ‘Rocket Live’, carrying out projects such as location shoots and sketches, thereby spurring each other on. The young comedians’ regular appearances were strictly provisional; every two months, the ‘Bachi Bachi Member General Election’ (described below) was held, and the member who ranked lowest each time was replaced by another young comedian. Towards the end of the live broadcast of ‘24-Hour Zero TV’ (Zero TV) on 25 August 2013, MC Hamaguchi announced that the programme would end at the end of September. From 11 December 2013, it was revived as a live broadcast programme within Zero TV, with the title changed to ‘Bachi Bachi Eleki-teru Zer0’ and other aspects adapted to the Zero TV format.

‘Sand & Kis-My-Ft2’s Curious Man’ is a variety programme broadcast on the TV Asahi network since 6 April 2026. It is commonly known as ‘Curious Man’. The programme is a compilation of the series ‘Can You Do It for 100,000 Yen?’, which aired from 4 October 2017 (late on 3 October) to 9 March 2026, the Kis-My-Ft2 10th-anniversary special ‘Can We Do It for Kis-My-Ft2’s 10th Anniversary? We Went Behind the Scenes of TV Asahi’s Popular Shows – Nearly 3-Hour Special’, as well as the pilot episodes of ‘If You Had XX Million Yen, You Could Do XX, Right?’ and ‘If You Had 10,000 Yen, You Could Do XX, Right?’.

This programme is a collaborative variety show in with Mrs. GREEN APPLE—who have won the Grand Prize at the Japan Record Awards for two consecutive years and continue to dominate the music scene—take on the role of hosts as a group for the first time, creating unique combinations with various people and objects.

In this new entertainment-type documentary, challengers from Asian countries come all the way to Japan and go through difficult experiences for just 3 days. By seeing the challenger's struggles, you will come to understand the enthusiasm of the Japanese and what they value. Through the eyes of the daredevil, you'll discover another side of Japan you've never seen before.

Culinary specialist Kentetsu Koh travels across Asia in search of great home cooking and person-to-person encounters. Join him as he experiences a diversity of tastes and lifestyles throughout the region.

The first episode of ‘Nazo Tore MAXXX’ is finally here!

“Trot Girls Japan” is an audition program that aims to crown the top diva by having contestants perform classic songs spanning the Showa to Heisei eras, covering genres such as folk tunes, mood songs, enka, group sounds, folk, new music, and city pop.

‘Eating Ramen’ is a programme that offers an intimate look into the daily life of a popular ramen shop where queues are a given. The camera follows the action relentlessly, from the early morning preparations right through to closing time. What insights does this reveal into the passion the owner pours into his ramen? And finally, a celebrity ramen enthusiast silently savours every last bite of this exquisite bowl, brimming with the owner’s dedication! It is a ramen documentary made for ramen lovers.

Celebrating its third year, 'INKIGAYO UNICON in Tokyo Dome' will be the first K-POP omnibus concert hosted by a major broadcaster to be held at the Tokyo Dome. The event will feature popular Japanese artists =LOVE and imase, who have confirmed their participation, adding to the excitement. Both =LOVE and imase are set to perform on the 13th. The event promises exclusive special stages that cannot be seen elsewhere. ATEEZ members will showcase solo performances, while NMIXX and ZEROBASEONE will light up the Tokyo Dome with live band performances. Additionally, a special stage in partnership with Spotify, the world's largest music streaming platform, is also on the agenda.

Their birthdays are one day apart so Sakurai Sho and Murakami Shingo go on a crazy packed trip to tell you about as many of the charms of various parts of Japan, that they don't know yet, as possible.

Takuzo Kadono loves Kyoto and Yoshimasa Kondo moves to Kyoto. These two unique actors walk around Kyoto in search of good sake and snacks! A new kind of gourmet entertainment for old geezer!

Aぇ! group from Kansai, which made their debut on May 15, 2024, will be greeting people all over Japan. This is a program where they travel while interacting with local people in order to become a group that is loved by everyone!

Kamaitachi no Kijyou no Kuuronjyou is a Japanese variety show that experiments on theories to confirm whether it is true or not. After the experiment, it will be judged whether or not it is a real theory or a false theory. If the experiment succeeds, then it is no doubt a real theory.

From April 2026, this music programme featuring Morning Musume ’26, Angerme, Juice=Juice, Tsubaki Factory, BEYOOOOONDS, OCHA NORMA, Rose Chronicle, Hello! Project Trainees and Hello! Project OG—will be revamped to focus primarily on talk and singing, delving into Hello! Project songs! This music programme focuses on ‘distinctive songs’ and ‘members’ all-out performances’ essential elements when discussing the appeal of Hello! Project. We will deliver the profound charm of Hello! Project songs through a unique format exclusive to this programme, where performances are presented after a deeper understanding of the songs has been established.

Cooking instructors will show all there is to know for a good hearty cooking.

A relaxed, silly, but lovable talk show hosted by Kai Ogasawara and Ryoga Funatsu, members of the Bullet Train band.

‘Adult E-Tele Time Machine’ (Otona no E-Tele Time Machine) is a television programme that has been broadcast on NHK E-Tele since 2 April 2024. It expands upon ‘E-Tele Time Machine’, which has been broadcast since 7 April 2023, to include educational programmes, variety shows and classical music programmes, including those on NHK General TV. There are 30-minute and 50-minute versions; the former focuses on educational programmes such as rakugo, cooking and hobbies, whilst the latter focuses on cultural programmes such as classical music, art and documentaries. Some programmes are available via NHK On Demand.

Hosted by Mitori-zu, with co-host Natsuko Yokozawa, ‘Mitori-zu’s Floor Plan Mystery’ sees the hosts and their guests unravel the ‘mysteries surrounding strange floor plans’ through a quiz format.

This show brings together top female entertainers like Rino Sashihara and Asako Ito for lively interviews that reveal unknown sides of their guests and leading to engaging discussions about love, life, and career in the spotlight.

Larger-than-life Osaka dudes roam the streets, saying whatever's on their mind with no hesitation! Loved by locals, these outspoken guys with bold personalities make for an entertaining and wild street tour.

‘Asa da! Nama desu Tabi Salad’ is a travel programme broadcast every Saturday morning by Asahi Broadcasting Corporation (ABC TV) since 3 April 1993.

A Disney park quiz series produced in Japan. Challenge yourself to trivia quizzes, and unravel the stories that live within each corner of Disney Parks and Resorts.

With their pride on the line, a battle they simply cannot afford to lose is about to begin... Hosting the game show is Sho Sakurai, who has taken on his first solo role as a regular presenter on Fuji TV’s prime-time slot. At times he’ll boost the morale of each team, at others he’ll pile on the pressure, cornering the contestants not only through the games but also with his banter. The programme’s unique system is also in action, with Sho Sakurai himself joining the games as a helper for both teams! Where to use the ‘Sakurai Chance’—available to each team just once… The strategies of both teams and Sakurai’s performance hold the key to victory! Will Sakurai prove to be the key to victory!? Or will the show take a turn that has everyone in stitches!?

To commemorate album or single releases, new tours, etc., Japanese music channel "Space Shower TV" will feature various music artists as monthly V.I.P.!

Comedy duo Torosamon spotlights self-proclaimed losers and failures from all over Kyushu in this darkly endearing variety talk show.

In this closed-off world deep underground, a series of absurd and bizarre events unfolds. Each time, the ants feel anger, sadness and confusion, but eventually they always find hope and are left feeling refreshed and liberated (catharsis!). This is a heart-warming story in which the ants live out their ordinary, everyday lives, layer by layer. It is an ‘allegorical comedy’ that projects the loneliness and sense of stagnation found in modern society onto the ants.

Hosts invite top actresses each week to engage in various entertaining challenges and games. The show is known for its fun and creative segments, aiming to bring laughter and excitement to the audience.

Every Tuesday at 7pm (broadcast nationwide on the Nippon TV network) – There are countless ‘amazing shops’ across Japan that far exceed our wildest imaginations! Our team is scouring the country in search of ‘Omoumai Shops’ – unique, delicious eateries that go above and beyond in hospitality.

The Japanese version of The Voice. The rules are almost the same as the American version. The world's best music audition program "The Voice Japan", which has won four Emmy Awards, was broadcast for the first time on April 9th ​​on TV Tokyo. In the program, vocalists with various backgrounds challenge "blind auditions". Four top artists acted as "coaches" in a "blind audition", listening to the vocalist's voice while sitting with their backs to the stage so as not to be affected by appearance, costumes, age, etc., and evaluating only "voice". go. If passed, the chair will rotate and the coach will be able to see the vocalist for the first time.

‘What’s On This Saturday!?’ (Doyou wa Nani Suru) is an information variety programme produced by Kansai Television (Kantele) and broadcast on the Fuji TV network every Saturday from 4 April 2020, from 8:30 to 9:55 (JST).

A shopping variety show hosted by Chihara Junior!! We bring you the news that’s causing a sensation not just in Japan, but all over the world! What’s more, we’ll be introducing these best-selling products at ‘news-worthy prices’! A string of success stories for those looking to improve their figure!? The much-talked-about EMS machine Has it turned conventional wisdom on its head!? The best-selling air conditioner The latest recovery items made from a material hailed as a ‘miracle’ Stay cool just by holding it up!? The parasol everyone’s talking about Products go on sale to coincide with the programme’s broadcast!

Thanks to their appearance in hit Asian films, locations throughout Japan are being thrust into the spotlight. We visit these new tourist hotspots with the stars of the films that made them famous, hearing the behind-the-scenes stories of those hit movies.

A light-hearted stroll programme perfect for the whole family to enjoy on a Saturday afternoon. This series follows popular TV personalities and some unexpected guests as they explore the town’s famous sights, renowned shops and hidden gems.

Getting closer to the true faces and roots of artists. A music program that supports all artists.

revisiting where we met

This is a fresh take on golf programming, designed to help you improve your score by learning ‘course management’—a strategy that capitalises on the unique characteristics of each course. The programme is hosted by So Takei. A true athlete who studied golf in the US and passed the practical assessment for his teaching professional qualification, Takei invites top professional caddies and other instructors to join him on the course alongside guest golfers, where they share their top-class course management techniques.

Rene is a Cameroonian manga creator. His popular manga deals with the cultural differences he faced growing up in Japan. Now, Rene goes to school to meet with foreign children living in Japan and turn their experiences into manga.

Traveling all over Japan in search of famous delicacies and ingredients, Daisuke Miyagawa and his guests roll up their sleeves and experience what it’s like to be a local food producer. They need to meet the high standards of their mentors, who can be quite particular and nitpicky. At times their work can also be physically grueling. It’s all well worth the effort though as they get to enjoy truly delicious meals while learning about the blessings and beauty of nature.

・This is a monthly music programme where we present an original playlist live. ・The performers are young, talented artists of the next generation! They’ll offer recommendations for various situations, such as: “You really must listen to this track whilst jogging!”, “This is the track to get the party going at a Halloween bash!”, or “This is a song that will gently comfort you when you’ve had your heart broken.”

Shin Nihongo de Kurasou is a TV Show from Japan to teach foreigners japanese by showing Miniskits & typical every day situations and phrases, explained by an japanese sensei & practiced by 3 non japanese Students. Shin Nihongo de Kurasou been aired in one season with 25 Lessons. Nihongo de Kurasou starts off in typical Japanese fashion. This includes gross stereotypes and Daikon radish pulling. Next, we’re introduced to three non-native Japanese speakers. There are 3 students in the show : a Korean girl, a Portuguese guy, and the Chinese guy. In some Miniskits you see a non japanese speaking girl in typical situations : Paying compliments, Expressing wishes, Greetings, Offering to do, Getting angry, etc. In most episode, there is also a “Kanji Corner” showed with another Miniskit, some in Animestyle.