Japan’s television broadcasters are stepping up efforts to capture new viewers in the Asian markets, where they see high-growth potential, by leveraging popular Japanese dramas and other shows. Tokyo Metropolitan Television Broadcasting, known as Tokyo MX, and China’s Dalian Television are jointly creating a programme featuring a close-up look at Chinese tourists in Japan. The show is called Where Are You Going Tomorrow? and begins by asking a group of Chinese tourists travelling in Japan what … [Read more...] about The Japanese broadcast scene
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Guard Center 24 premiere on GEM
Singapore – Asian entertainment channel GEM is set to break new ground with the simulcast of Guard Center 24, as it marks the first time in history that international audiences can watch a Japanese drama at the same time as it is telecast in Japan. The 1-episode special drama produced by Nippon TV will premiere in Asia on 16 September first and exclusively on GEM. “This is an unprecedented opportunity for fans of Japanese entertainment to get access to premium Japanese programmes at the … [Read more...] about Guard Center 24 premiere on GEM
Nippon TV selects President of IBD
Tokyo, Japan- Nippon TV’s International Business Development division (IBD), announced that Mr. Atsushi Hatayama has been appointed as the new President, International Business Development, Nippon Television Network Corporation. Coming from Nippon TV’s News Department and based in Tokyo, Hatayama will replace Ms. Yukiko Kimishima. Mr. Hatayama will be attending MIPCOM in October on behalf of Nippon TV. In his new position, Hatayama will be strengthening relationships with overseas partners in … [Read more...] about Nippon TV selects President of IBD
GEM’s first original production
Singapore— GEM, the channel that brings the hottest dramas such as Goodbye Ghosts! and The Most Difficult Romance within a week of their Japan telecast, is set to air its first-ever original production We are Asia: Dean Fujioka & Friends. Headlined by dashing actor-musician Dean Fujioka, the series is set for a global premiere on 19 June at 8.30pm/7.30pm (JKT/BKK). GEM, which is a joint venture between Sony Pictures Television Networks and Nippon TV, is uniquely positioned to bring … [Read more...] about GEM’s first original production
Treasure Box unveil new TV formats
Japanese broadcasters such as NHK, Nippon TV and more will be unveiling their brand-new formats at Treasure Box Japan, prior to MIPTV 2016 in Cannes. Eight major Japanese broadcasters will unveil their brand-new formats at Treasure Box Japan (TBJ) 2016, prior to MIPTV this April. The eight major broadcasters will present their newest and hottest formats. In the presentations, they will be showing the trailers of each format, the gems of their creativity. The segment will be hosted by Ms. … [Read more...] about Treasure Box unveil new TV formats
Earth Touch scoops international sales
Washington / Durban / London- Earth Touch has managed to clinch many global deals for new acquisitions such as India’s Wandering Lions and Manas: Return of the Giants, both from Ammonite and Kosmik Global Production. Further sales have also been secured for Mallinson Sadler Productions’ specials Drain the Titanic and Drain the Bermuda Triangle. Networks in Sweden, Spain, U.S., UK and Latin America have taken India’s Wandering Lions and Manas: Return of the Giants. Discovery … [Read more...] about Earth Touch scoops international sales
