Disney+ announced on November 12 that the hugely popular Tokyo MER (Mobile Emergency Room) series is now available for streaming in additional Asia Pacific Disney+ markets starting November 12th, coinciding with Disney+ launches in Korea and Taiwan, and Disney+ Day. A special collaboration with Japanese broadcaster TBS, Tokyo MER is a thrilling medical drama centered on the rivalry between two doctors who find themselves unwittingly taking part in a much larger political game while saving their … [Read more...] about ‘Tokyo MER’ launches across Asia Pacific Disney+ markets
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Tokyo Broadcasting System Television, Inc. and Netflix ink deal to stream new titles to a global audience
Tokyo Broadcasting System Television, Inc. (TBS) has reached an agreement with Netflix LLC to stream new titles to viewers globally. By leveraging TBS's production expertise and a vast range of IP, such as dramas and variety shows, and Netflix’s world-leading streaming services reaching more than 190 countries and regions, the two companies aim to break out of the conventional framework of broadcasting/streaming to deliver compelling entertainment content worldwide. To kick-off the … [Read more...] about Tokyo Broadcasting System Television, Inc. and Netflix ink deal to stream new titles to a global audience
More anime for WeChat
Tokyo Broadcasting System Television, Inc. (TBS)’s anime character business continues to grow globally. TBS agreed to supply stickers featuring 16 characters from its popular anime series Beyond the Boundary to the free voice call and messenger smartphone application WeChat, which is operated by Tencent, China’s largest IT company. 境界ã®å½¼æ–¹ (Beyond the Boundary) Based on the ‘light novel’, as termed in Japan which targets teens and young adult demographic, by … [Read more...] about More anime for WeChat
MIPTV: Treasure Box Japan to be showcased at MIPTV
In a cooperative effort, eight major Japanese broadcasters are set to release brand new, original TV formats on April 6 at the upcoming MIPTV in Cannes, France. The joint project Treasure Box Japan will showcase Japanese formats at MIPFormats, to be held prior to the opening of MIPTV. Under the title “Treasure Box Japan: World Premiere — Brand New Formats!” the pitches will be followed by a snack lunch and networking. For decades, Japan’s unique creativity and … [Read more...] about MIPTV: Treasure Box Japan to be showcased at MIPTV
TBS and Vietnam TV to jointly to copro “The Partner” drama
Tokyo Broadcasting System Television, Inc. (TBS) and Vietnam Television (VTV) have announced a large-scale project in which in the first stage of the project, the two stations will jointly produce the special drama The Partner. The special drama paints a vivid picture of how Japan, Vietnam, and their citizens relate today in the world of business and through international marriages. With a cast of stars from both countries, The Partner will feature performances by Noriyuki Higashiyama of Japan … [Read more...] about TBS and Vietnam TV to jointly to copro “The Partner” drama
TBS opens new bilingual “SASUKE” YouTube channel
Tokyo Broadcasting System Television, Inc. (TBS) has launched a new YouTube channel dedicated to content related to the prolific sports entertainment programme, SASUKE. The channel, which features bilingual videos, was designed to further heighten the appreciation for the programme worldwide. As SASUKE is more commonly identified in many countries with the U.S. Ninja Warrior programme, the new YouTube channel will include bilingual content for fans of both brands. The SASUKE YouTube channel will … [Read more...] about TBS opens new bilingual “SASUKE” YouTube channel