15 Minutes (2018)

Episode 1: RAKUGO NIPPON! - TOYAMA

Jan 28, 2018

Do you know "Rakugo"? Along with Kabuki, it's a traditional Japanese entertainment of dexterous and comical storytelling that covers ev...

Episode 2: 3-Day Dare*Devils - Behind the Scenes of the Ultimate EKIBEN

Feb 26, 2018

Softpomz from Thailand dives into the behind the scenes of the ultimate Ekiben. Will she be able to convey the ekiben staff’s passion to the custome...

Episode 3: 3-Day Dare*Devils - YUKIGUNI - Deep into Japan's Snowland

Feb 26, 2018

Softpomz from Thailand experiences the life in the deep snow of freezing Gokayama, a World Heritage Site where residents spend their winters in snow o...

Episode 4: A*B*C Tours - A Thai Star in Hokkaido Part 1

Mar 05, 2018

Thanks to their appearance in hit Asian films, locations throughout Japan are being thrust into the spotlight. Previously unknown to most travelers, t...

Episode 5: A*B*C Tours - A Thai Star in Hokkaido Part 2

Mar 05, 2018

This time, we continue our winter journey to Hokkaido, the setting of hit Thai film One Day, with its star Nittha Jirayungyurn, also known as Mew. Fir...

Episode 6: Through the Kitchen Window: Tami Hiyama - Chirashi-Zushi, Home-party Sushi

Mar 21, 2018

This program delves into traditional recipes to shine a light on unique food cultures across Japan, and discover the older generation's seasoned ...

Episode 7: A Treasured Creation: Today's Treasure - Bamboo Basket

Mar 21, 2018

This program portrays artisans who make traditional crafts, artistic or industrial products or luxury items. They use what the local climate offers th...

Episode 8: Asia's Appetizing Adventures - Thailand Part 1: Traditional Cuisine of a Border Town

Mar 25, 2018

Culinary specialist Kentetsu Koh travels across Asia in search of great home cooking and person-to-person encounters. Join him as he experiences a div...

Episode 9: Asia's Appetizing Adventures - Thailand Part 2: Traditional Cuisine of a Hill Tribe

Mar 25, 2018

Culinary specialist Kentetsu Koh travels across Asia in search of great home cooking and person-to-person encounters. In the Thai town of Mae Ai, near...

Episode 10: Asia's Appetizing Adventures - Taiwan Part 1: A Visit to a Hakka Family

Mar 31, 2018

Culinary specialist Kentetsu Koh travels across Asia in search of great home cooking and person-to-person encounters. When Kentetsu explores Taipei, h...

Episode 11: Asia's Appetizing Adventures - Taiwan Part 2: Orchid Island's Traditions for Catching Flying Fish

Mar 31, 2018

Culinary specialist Kentetsu Koh travels across Asia in search of great home cooking and person-to-person encounters. In this episode, Kentetsu goes t...

Episode 12: NINJA TRUTH - Episode 1

Mar 31, 2018

Ninja are now seen in popular media around the world. But as their profile rises, their reality gets muddied amid legends and fantasies. The truth abo...

Episode 13: NINJA TRUTH - Episode 2

Mar 31, 2018

Ninja are now seen in popular media around the world. But as their profile rises, their reality gets muddied amid legends and fantasies. The truth abo...

Episode 14: Close to ART - 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa

Mar 31, 2018

The 21st Century Museum of Contemporary Art, Kanazawa was built on an idea that the museum should be like a neighborhood park open for everyone. Many ...

Episode 15: RAKUGO NIPPON! - KAMAKURA

Jul 18, 2018

RAKUGO NIPPON! KAMAKURA is a show that follows Rakugo performers' journey to tradition and nature rich KAMAKURA, where heart-moving experiences a...

Episode 16: RAKUGO NIPPON! - CHICHIBU

Jul 25, 2018

RAKUGO NIPPON! CHICHIBU is a show that follows Rakugo performers' journey to the magnificent nature of CHICHIBU, where heart-moving experiences a...

Episode 17: Close to ART - Hoki Museum

Oct 17, 2018

The Hoki Museum is home to paintings that are strikingly similar to reality. Some 500 works by modern Japanese artists are exhibited in this museum lo...

Episode 18: Through the Kitchen Window: Akemi and Satsuki - Shojin Ryori, Buddhist Cuisine

Oct 24, 2018

Sisters 69-year-old Akemi and 67-year-old Satsuki have embraced "shojin ryori," a kind of vegetarian cuisine practiced by Buddhist priests. ...

Episode 19: Close to ART: The Museum of Modern Art, Wakayama

Nov 14, 2018

The Museum of Modern Art, Wakayama, located 40 minutes from Kansai International Airport, sits right beside Wakayama Castle, and reflects the castle&#...

Episode 20: A Treasured Creation: Today's Treasure - Kyoto Wire Weaving

Nov 14, 2018

The history of Kyoto Wire Weaving goes back more than 1,000 years. Used as kitchen utensils in Kyoto cuisine, these tools have been cherished by chefs...

Episode 21: Close to ART: Aomori Museum of Art

Nov 21, 2018

The Aomori Museum of Art was built next to ancient ruins dating back some 5,000 years. The museum's architectural style is quite unique, reflecti...

Episode 22: RAKUGO NIPPON! - IWATE: The Journey to Experience the Age-Old Culture of Tohoku

Nov 28, 2018

RAKUGO NIPPON! IWATE is a show that follows Rakugo performers' journey to Iwate on a journey to experience the age-old culture of Tohoku.

Episode 23: RAKUGO NIPPON! - IWATE: The Journey to Discover All of Iwate's Autumn Flavors

Dec 12, 2018

RAKUGO NIPPON! IWATE is a show that follows Rakugo performers' journey to Iwate on a journey to discover all of Iwate's autumn flavors.

Episode 24: Close to ART: The Japan Folk Crafts Museum

Dec 12, 2018

The Japan Folk Crafts Museum in central Tokyo, established over 80 years ago, collects tableware and clothing used in everyday life. Made by nameless ...

Episode 25: NINJA TRUTH Episode 3: Shuriken

Dec 19, 2018

The ninja employed over 400 special weapons and tools to accomplish their missions, and the shuriken is undoubtedly one of the most famous. In this ep...

Episode 26: NINJA TRUTH Episode 4: Ninja Yashiki

Dec 26, 2018

The ninja were often given the important mission of infiltrating enemy territory and bringing back key information. Meanwhile, their own residences we...