TV

Dramas

Kansai TV’s drama series have continued to excite, thrill and entertain our viewers with big hits such as “GTO”, “He Who Cannot Marry” and “Elpis”.
Kansai TV also produces highly acclaimed artistic TV films such as “Lessons”, a touching TV film about two girls growing up without the love of their mothers, and “Autumn at the Poplar House” a beautiful story about life after loss.

Drama SeriesSince I Took You Away

Airs
Mondays 10:00 pm
Cast
Keiko Kitagawa, Nao Omori

Hiromi, who lost her child in a food accident 10 years ago, hates Yuki, the president of the supermarket that caused the accident, and plans to take revenge on him to "make him feel the same pain". She plans to take revenge on Yuki's daughter, Moeko. Hiromi is filled with murderous intent towards Moeko, but she stops herself just in time. Instead of killing Moeko, Hiromi begins to love her and decides to raise her.
And now, 10 years later... when Hiromi learns that Yuki has recovered and is running a successful business, she asks herself, "Has Yuki forgotten that his daughter disappeared?" and rekindles her desire for revenge, she approaches Yuki, but Hiromi realises that Yuki has been suffering for 10 years and that he is actually a sincere person. Yuki, on the other hand, gradually develops feelings for Hiromi "without knowing her true identity".
As Moeko grows up, Hiromi's love for her grows stronger. When Hiromi discovers Yuki's true face and the fact that he is also tormented by the crimes he has committed, Hiromi is tormented by her revenge, which is full of miscalculations.

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Drama SeriesParallel Couple : The Truth Behind Our Death

Airs
Tuesdays 11:00 pm
Cast
Kei Inoo, Rikka Ihara

Kanta is a pure-hearted husband who is devoted to his wife, Natsume, who is a likeable person with no hidden agenda. They got married quickly after meeting at work, and they were an “ideal couple” in the eyes of those around them.
However, Kanta's displays of affection became a little too much for Natsume, and she began to feel a little annoyed. On the other hand, Kanta also found out that Natsume had received messages from a man he didn't know on her smartphone, and he began to suspect that she was having an affair.
Then one day, Natsume is involved in a traffic accident and dies. On the same day, however, she appears in their room when Kanta goes back home. Kanta is confused by this sudden turn of events. Then, Natsume asks him “Are you a ghost?” In Natsume's world, Kanta had been involved in a traffic accident and died.
One world where the wife has died, and one where the husband has died. As these two worlds progress in parallel, the two worlds intersect at certain times to restore the time they spent as a couple.
Kanta then learns that Natsume's death in his world was not an accident, but a murder. Furthermore, he also learns that someone is targeting him...

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Drama SeriesMADDER: I Am the Culprit in That Case

Airs
Thursdays 12:15 am
Cast
Mao Ioki, Ryuta Yamamura

At Seiran Academy, the top high school for admission to the University of Tokyo, genius student Akane Nakano, the first student in the school's history to achieve perfect scores in all entrance exams, found life boring and meaningless due to her exceptional intelligence. However, after hearing about a murder in the city and meeting a young man named Yuu Kurokawa, who is suspected to be the culprit, she becomes fascinated by the unseen world of crime and starts causing small incidents at school. Eventually, a real murder occurs at the school, leading to an unprecedented series of murders that will shock Japan...

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Variety

Talk shows, infotainment and comedy!
Kansai TV continues to create popular variety programs of all genres.
Comedy, talk shows and gourmet shows are given new twists for all the family to enjoy. Talk shows such as “Marco Polori” and “Cha-cha ire Monday” are Kansai favorites with the lively spirit and machine gun talk typical in the Kansai area. Network variety program “DOYO WA NANISURU!?” is a refreshing start to the weekend, and “HANADAI CHIDORI ” is a fun show for all viewers. Every year we host the annual R-1 contest – a fiery competition to decide the best single comedian in Japan!

HANADAI CHIDORI

Airs
Tuesdays 10pm
MC
Hanamaru Daikichi, Chidori

Non-stop fun with our favorite comedy duos- Hanamaru Daikichi and Chidori. A comedy variety show you’ll want to share with your friends!

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DOYO WA NANISURU!? (WHAT’LL WE DO ON SATURDAY!?)

Airs
Saturdays 8:30am
MC
Ryota Yamasato, Natsumi Uga

A fresh and fun entertainment show packed with information on the latest trends in destinations, fashion and goods. Quick tips on cooking, health and beauty and great suggestions for a short trip! Get ready for a wonderful weekend!

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YOI-DON! (READY-GO!)

Airs
Monday to Friday 9:50am to 11:15am

The most popular morning show in the Kansai area, Yoi-Don! zooms in on the colorful townscapes and characters of people in Kansai. The program designates unique individuals as "Living National Treasures", visits factories of traditional favorite foods and reveals eateries recommended by food professionals and celebrities!

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News

Kansai TV is part of the Fuji News Network (FNN) and in conjunction with the 28 affiliated network stations and 11 overseas bureaus, is a leading company in broadcasting reliable, fast and in-depth news.

“news runner”

Airs
Monday to Friday 4:50pm to 7:00pm
Main Caster
Koken Yoshihara
Casters
Moena Takegami, Seina Tanimoto, Wakako Hashimoto

“news runner” is the Kansai region’s freshest news, infotainment and sports program providing up to the minute nationwide and local news, in-depth features and heartwarming stories closing in on the unique people of Kansai. A lively array of commentators gives multi-dimensional views on the latest current affairs, trends and events.

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Documentaries

Since its foundation in 1958, Kansai TV has produced numerous documentaries on various themes. From 1982 we produced documentaries focusing on our Kansai region, and from 2001, under our Program title “ The Documentary”, we continue to record the lives of those living in “these times”

Award Winning
Programmes
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2023.03.18
Tailoring the Best Holidays for Intractable Illness Patients
2023.02.18
Ukraine the Times Table Song- For the Children, To the Future
2022.10.22
Nosekawamura - Summer in the “Least Populated Village in Japan”
2022.09.10
Moyai- Winds Blowing from Fukushima
2022.11.17
The Course of Sin- The 25 Years of the Kobe Juvenile Serial Killer Victim’s Family
2022.04.09
An Incorrect School- Graduation from the Norm
2022.04.01
Dreaming on the Ice- A Mother and Son’s Seven Years
2022.02.26
She and Her- Our Family

Sports

Kansai TV covers and broadcasts sporting events held in and around the Kansai area. In particular we broadcast horse-racing live nationwide through the Fuji TV Network, bringing the excitement of Kansai races to screens throughout Japan.

Kansai TV also covers baseball, golf tournaments, volleyball and soccer matches, rallying on the home teams with live broadcasts. We hold the annual Osaka Women's Marathon, an international marathon where many dramatic races have been run. First held in 1982, this marathon is known for its scenic course that runs through Osaka Castle.

We have extensive experience in producing fascinating sports documentaries closely following major athletes, and also lively sports entertainment programs featuring sports players. Kansai TV continues to support our great sports culture here in the Kansai region!

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